Declining since 2015, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Escher since 1999
Babies named Escher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 48 |
| 2010s | 206 |
| 2020s | 89 |
Meaning & origin
Escher is a modern rarity, first appearing in U.S. birth records in 1999. The name has never broken into widespread use, ranking 6,446 in 2025, which translates to roughly 1 in 131,390 newborn boys. Its peak came in 2014, reflecting a brief uptick likely sparked by renewed interest in M.C. Escher's art during exhibitions or centennials. However, since 2015, the name has been in steady decline, illustrating its niche appeal. As a surname-as-first-name derived from a Dutch root meaning 'ash-tree dweller', Escher appeals to parents drawn to artistic and intellectual associations. Its low frequency and lack of top-state concentration make it an unconventional choice, consistently hovering just below the radar.
Escher is a surname of Dutch and German origin, meaning 'one who lives near an ash tree'. It was adopted as a given name in honor of M.C. Escher, the renowned graphic artist known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts and lithographs. The name gained rare use as a first name in the late 1990s and has seen occasional usage since.
Sibling names for Escher
Names that share Escher's style, for a brother or sister.
