Yeshaya
2025 SSA
About Yeshaya
Yeshaya is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, serving as a variant of Isaiah (Yesha'yahu in Hebrew). The name means "salvation of God" or "God is salvation," reflecting its deeply religious roots. While less common than Isaiah in Western countries, Yeshaya maintains popularity particularly in Jewish communities, especially among Orthodox families. It carries the gravitas of its biblical connection to the major prophet Isaiah, who authored the Book of Isaiah in the Old Testament. The name combines spiritual significance with a distinctive sound, making it both meaningful and unique for parents seeking a name with religious heritage.
Pronounced yeh-shah-YAH.
As of October 2026, Yeshaya ranked #2988 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2904 in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,691 | 29 | 15.1 |
| 2015 | #4,401 | 23 | 12 |
| 2016 | #3,679 | 30 | 15.8 |
| 2017 | #3,774 | 29 | 15.7 |
| 2018 | #4,091 | 26 | 14.3 |
| 2019 | #3,101 | 39 | 21.7 |
| 2020 | #3,270 | 35 | 20.3 |
| 2021 | #3,906 | 28 | 16 |
| 2022 | #3,461 | 34 | 19.5 |
| 2023 | #3,555 | 33 | 19.3 |
| 2024 | #2,904 | 44 | 25.5 |
| 2025 | #2,988 | 42 | 24.6 |
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