Essa
boy name#2572 in 2025Essa entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #2438 in 2022, ranks #2572 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
#2572
rank today
#2438
peak (2022)
51
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5059 |
| 1980s | #5702 |
| 1990s | #6595 |
| 2000s | #6994 |
| 2010s | #3825 |
| 2020s | #2896 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Essa has been most popular in NY, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Essa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Essa is a kid of about 8 — 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 Essa in 2025?
- Essa ranks #2572 among US boy names in 2025, with 51 babies given the name.
- When was the name Essa most popular?
- Essa peaked in 2022, reaching #2438 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Essa with classmates?
- Essa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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