Rising since 2009, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Essiah since 2004
Babies named Essiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 62 |
| 2020s | 103 |
Meaning & origin
Essiah is a modern American name that first entered U.S. records in 2004. As of 2025, it ranked 4,857th nationally, with an incidence of about 1 in 85,404 births. The name has been steadily rising in use since 2009 and reached its peak popularity in 2024. It is most commonly found in Texas. Essiah appears to be a creative coinage, likely influenced by the popular -iah ending seen in names like Josiah and Isaiah. Its brevity and contemporary sound make it a distinctive choice for families seeking a unique name with a familiar cadence.
Essiah first appeared in U.S. records in 2004 and is likely a modern coined name, possibly derived from the popular suffix -iah (as in Josiah or Isaiah) combined with a short initial sound. It has no known historical or linguistic roots, reflecting a contemporary trend of creating distinctive-sounding names.
Where Essiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Essiah
Names that share Essiah's style, for a brother or sister.
