Holding steady, #1,585 for boys today.
Popularity of Esai since 1987
Babies named Esai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 426 |
| 2000s | 763 |
| 2010s | 643 |
| 2020s | 565 |
Meaning & origin
Esai is a Spanish variant of Isaiah that entered U.S. records in 1987 and has seen steady use, ranking 1585th in 2025. Its trajectory is stable, and it peaked in popularity in 2024. About 1 in 15963 boys received the name that year. The name is most common in California, Texas, and Illinois, reflecting its strong ties to Hispanic communities. Esai offers a culturally specific alternative to the more widespread Isaiah, maintaining biblical resonance while honoring Spanish linguistic traditions.
Esai is a Spanish variant of the Hebrew name Isaiah, derived from Yesha'yahu, meaning 'salvation of the Lord.' It appears in the Spanish Old Testament as the name of the prophet Isaiah. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking communities for centuries, though its adoption in the United States as a given name dates to the late 20th century.
Where Esai is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ez, Sai
Sibling names for Esai
Names that share Esai's style, for a brother or sister.
