Jeshua

Hebrew

"the Lord is my salvation"

Jeshua Origin and Meaning

The name Jeshua is a boy's name.

Jeshua is a masculine name with ancient Hebrew origins, representing an earlier form of the name Jesus. Derived from 'Yeshua,' it means 'God is salvation' or 'God saves.' This name appears in biblical texts, particularly in references to figures in the Old Testament including Joshua (an alternative transliteration) and in some mentions of Jesus Christ in his original Aramaic context. Jeshua has gained modest popularity among Christian families seeking a name with direct biblical connections while avoiding the more culturally weighted 'Jesus' in English-speaking contexts. The name carries spiritual significance while maintaining a distinctive sound that blends ancient tradition with contemporary appeal. Its usage spans diverse communities, particularly among those with strong religious affiliations.

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Famous People Named Jeshua

• Jeshua priest in King David's time (1 Chr. 24:11)
• Jeshua mentioned in 2 Chronicles 31:15
• Jeshua ancestor of some of the Israelites who returned to Judah with Zerubbabel (Ezra 2:6)
• Jeshua father of Ezer who helped repair Jerusalem's walls (Nehemiah 3:19)

The name Jeshua in Pop Culture

• Jeshua dwelling place of the children of Judah (Nehemiah 11:26)