What is the origin of the name Jerusha?

Jerusha is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Jerusha?

Jerusha is currently ranked #9178 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Jerusha?

Jerusha is pronounced juh-ROO-shuh.

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GirlHebrew

Jerusha

juh-ROO-shuh

Popularity

#9178

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

1,189

Peak Year

#52 in 1975

First Recorded

1882

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Hebrew name meaning "possession" or "inheritance." It represents a sense of value.

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Ruth Rusha Jerry

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Numerology

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Nicknames

Ruth Rusha Jerry

Spelling Variations

Jerusha Jerusa Jerusa

Similar Names

Ruth Sarah Deborah Hannah Miriam

Personality Traits

KindGenerousLoyalStrong

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