Jeshurun

“upright one” — Symbolizes righteousness and upright

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9291US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

78All-time births

📅 Since 199800

How to pronounce Jeshurun

JEE·SHOO·RUHN

/ˈdʒiː.ˈʃuː.ˈrən/ · stress on JEE · 3 syllables

“upright one”

Symbolizes righteousness and upright · Israel origin

What does Jeshurun mean and where does it come from?

Jeshurun is a Hebrew name (יששכר) mentioned in the Bible, particularly in the Song of Moses (Deuteronomy 32:15) referring to Israel as a poetic name. It is primarily used among Hebrew-speaking populations and has appeared in Jewish communities worldwide. The name symbolizes righteousness and upright

Cultural significance

Jeshurun has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of upright one.

Peak popularity

Reached #7958 in 2019 — currently #9291 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jeshurun?

Jeshurun works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jeshurun Grace

How popular is Jeshurun right now?

Rising fast — up 2209 spots — currently #9291 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#9291 · Top 6.9%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9291	8	▲ up 2209 · +33% births
2022	#11500	6	▼ down 3665 · -40% births
2021	#7835	10	▲ up 3376 · +67% births
2020	#11211	6	▲ up 2075 · +20% births
2010	#13286	5	▼ down 1684
2000	#11602	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jeshurun

Best Year2021Rank #7835

Peak Count10

Average Rank#10788

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20236 years

The story of Jeshurun

Jeshurun is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 78 total births recorded, Jeshurun remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11602 in 2000 to #9291 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jeshurun in 2019:

Liam Noah Oliver William Elijah

Jeshurun by decade

Jeshurun peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	7
2000s	23
2010s ★	42
2020s	6

💎Jeshurun has only 78 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jeshurun?

Common

JesJeUrun

What names sound and feel like Jeshurun?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jeshurun also consider these

Jeshaun

English · God is gracious

Zevulun

Israel · Hebrew

Zebulun

Israel · חָזוֹן גָּבוֹהַּ, אֵת

Jeshuah

Hebrew · Yahweh is salvation

Jesuan

Spanish · Variation of Jesus

Jerricho

Israel · City of the

Jeremie

Israel · יְרֶمְיָהוּ (Yirmiyahu) -

Jerriah

Israel · God will uplift;

Common questions about the name Jeshurun

What does the name Jeshurun mean?

Jeshurun means "upright one" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jeshurun?

Jeshurun is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Jeshurun?

Jeshurun originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Jeshurun?

Jeshurun is a three-syllable name pronounced JH IY1 SH UW1 R AH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Jeshurun?

Jeshurun pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.