Gift or there is a gift
Yishai is the original Hebrew form of the name Jesse. In the Old Testament, he is the father of King David, making the name significant in both Jewish and Christian lineages. It carries a sense of spiritual heritage and generosity.
Less common today
Yishai isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,551 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Israeli singer and musician
Broadcaster and political commentator
Israeli novelist and lawyer