His original Hebrew name is Yeshua, which is short for yehōshu'a. It can be translated to 'Joshua,' according to Dr. ... When Yeshua is translated into Greek, which the New Testament is derived from, it becomes Iēsous, which in English spelling is "Jesus."

Is the name Joshua the same as Jesus?

Jesus' name in Hebrew was “Yeshua” which translates to English as Joshua.

What did Joshua mean?

Jewish and Gentile (from northern Europe to South India): from the Biblical name, Hebrew Yehoshuah, meaning 'may Jehovah help him'. It was borne by the Israelite leader who took command of the children of Israel after the death of Moses and led them to take possession of the promised land.