Yeshaya
Yeshaya is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is salvation.
Origin and history
Yeshaya is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, serving as the traditional Hebrew form of Isaiah. It is predominantly used within Orthodox Jewish communities in the United States and has seen steady usage in recent decades. The name conveys a classical spiritual heritage while maintaining a distinct sound.
Popularity in the United States
856 babies in the United States have been named Yeshaya since 1880. It ranks #3821 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1711.
States where it is most popular
- NY (57.8 %)
- NJ (40.5 %)
- CA (0.88 %)
- MD (0.88 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 113 |
| 2000-2010 | 187 |
| 2010-2019 | 287 |
| 2020-2029 | 216 |
Fun facts
- Yeshaya is the original Hebrew form of the biblical name commonly anglicized as Isaiah.
- The name has risen in relative popularity in the U.S. during the 2020s compared to its historical total.