Is a name just a name? Really? What does the Bible say?

Jesus' name is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Joshua. It means "The Lord saves". Just as Joshua had led Israel into the promised land... Jesus would lead His people into eternal life... He saves us! Names were very serious back in those days! People were very careful and thoughtful on what they chose to name their baby. In Jesus' name people are healed, demons were banished, and sins are forgiven.
In Luke 1:26-38 we read where the angel Gabriel came to Mary to announce that the Lord favored her and she would have God's child and name Him Jesus!!! Mary wondered how this could be since she was a virgin... and I love that Gabriel says "For nothing is impossible with God."  Isn't that the truth?  The angel appeared to Joseph and told him the same thing... name Him Jesus!
Names are important. Names are special because they carry a personal identity. God commands "You shall not misuse the name of the Lord"... that means not to treat His name lightly or use it as a swear word. It is so common for people to do this.... it must because they don't realize how serious it is! We should respect His name and use it appropriately... speaking it in praise or worship rather than in curse or jest. Do not take lightly the abuse or dishonor of His name.
God thinks names are important. Even ours! Has He written YOUR name down in the Lamb's book of life? 
Do you know the importance of His name? At the name of Jesus every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord!!!!
Many  people know the Lord's Prayer and say "Hallowed be thy name"  which means "Holy is your Name!!!!"  We are proclaiming God's name is HOLY!
Do all in the name of Jesus, ask in His name, baptize in His name, Salvation is found under no other name. 
I don't think there is any name that brings peoples defense and anger up faster than the name of Jesus.
I also don't think there is any name that can bring you peace and happiness like the name Jesus.
Yes, I think names are important. Names conjure up certain people.  I pray Jesus' name brings a smile to your face.