Essien
boy name#12008 in 2025Essien entered the US charts in 2006, peaked at #8864 in 2012, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2006–2025
#12008
rank today
#8864
peak (2012)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11840 |
| 2010s | #11259 |
| 2020s | #10499 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Essien are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Essien alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Essien in 2025?
- Essien ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Essien most popular?
- Essien peaked in 2012, reaching #8864 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Essien with classmates?
- Essien will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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