Holding steady.
Popularity of Jesusita since 1902
Babies named Jesusita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 22 |
| 1910s | 114 |
| 1920s | 261 |
| 1930s | 194 |
| 1940s | 235 |
| 1950s | 187 |
| 1960s | 167 |
| 1970s | 121 |
| 1980s | 114 |
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jesusita is a Spanish feminine diminutive of Jesus, meaning 'God is salvation'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1902 and reached its peak popularity in 1930. While top states are not recorded for this name, its usage pattern suggests a steady but low-frequency presence, particularly within Hispanic communities. The trajectory from 1902 to 2025 shows a stable but limited usage, reflecting a name that has never broken into the mainstream but maintains a quiet cultural significance.
Jesusita is a Spanish feminine diminutive of the name Jesus, derived from the Hebrew name Yeshua meaning 'God is salvation'. It is a traditional given name in Spanish-speaking cultures, often used in honor of the Christian figure Jesus Christ. The name saw peak usage in the United States during the 1930s, reflecting immigration from Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sue, Sita, Chuyita
Sibling names for Jesusita
Names that share Jesusita's style, for a brother or sister.
