US Popularity:300
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.
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Famous People Named Jesus

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  • Jesus Flores
    Baseball Player
  • Jesus Guzman
    Baseball Player
  • Jesus Navas
    Soccer Player

Jesus Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jesus is currently #3773 on The Bump
Boy:Jesus is currently #1240 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jesus is currently #300 in U.S. births
Boy:Jesus is currently #109 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#300
in 2022
+ 6
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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