Jesus
Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua (Joshua), meaning 'God is salvation.' While most recognized as the central figure of Christianity, it has been used as a given name in Spanish and Latin American cultures for centuries.
Current Popularity
#164 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Very common in Hispanic and Latino communities
- •May carry strong religious associations for some families
- •Pronunciation varies by culture: 'hay-SOOS' in Spanish, 'JEE-zus' in English
- •Considered deeply respectful in Latin American naming traditions
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Statistics
242,168
Total births since 1880
2004
Peak year
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