Jesus
j(e)-sus
US Popularity:316
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:The Lord is salvation
Jesus is a masculine name of Hebrew origin that means "the Lord is salvation," making it the perfect option if you're looking for a name that celebrates baby's religious heritage. As the name of one of the central figures of Christianity, Jesus boasts connotations of piety, tradition, and leadership. Jesus is also a figure celebrated in other religions, including Islam, giving the name reach into many cultures. For these reasons, the name conjures images of a selfless, giving child with a big heart.
Famous People Named Jesus
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Jesus FloresBaseball Player
- Jesus GuzmanBaseball Player
- Jesus NavasSoccer Player
Jesus Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jesus is currently #2429 on The Bump
Boy:Jesus is currently #1368 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jesus is currently #316 in U.S. births
Boy:Jesus is currently #172 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#172
in 2023
- 6
from 2022
Sources
WordSense, Jesus
Ancestry, Jesus Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, Jesus, October 2017
Abarim Publications, Jesus meaning
Britannica, Jesus, November 2023
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