Edessa
girl name#10107 in 2025Edessa entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3344 in 1917, ranks #10107 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#10107
rank today
#3344
peak (1917)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3344 |
| 1960s | #7016 |
| 1990s | #13075 |
| 2000s | #14788 |
| 2010s | #14171 |
| 2020s | #11792 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Edessa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Edessa is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Edessa in 2025?
- Edessa ranks #10107 among US girl names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Edessa most popular?
- Edessa peaked in 1917, reaching #3344 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Edessa with classmates?
- Edessa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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