Esai Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Esai is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'salvation of the Lord'. It evolved from the name Isaiah through various historical forms. The name is linked to biblical significance, particularly through the prophet Isaiah. It has gained popularity due to its unique sound and spiritual connotations, and it is often seen as a strong and modern choice for a name.
The name Esai is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Esai has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Esai' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2918th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1795th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1998th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Esai' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Esai"
Pronunciation
/ɛˈsaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Esai is derived from the Hebrew name 'Isaiah', which means 'salvation of the Lord'.
Meaning
salvation of the Lord
Language Evolution
Isaiah, Esaias, Esai
Biblical Background
Esai is often associated with the biblical figure Isaiah, a prophet in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various cultures due to its biblical connections, especially during the Reformation period when biblical names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Isaiah, Esaias, Isa, Sai
Modern Popularity & Image
Esai is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and spirituality.
Famous People
Esai Morales, Esai G. Acosta
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Esai"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Esai"
"Esai" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2918th of 16616 | 323 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1795th of 24088 | 1,155 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1998th of 23106 | 890 |
Regional Popularity of "Esai" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
35.64% 1851st/5194 |
26.33% 1663rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.40% 2172nd/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
22.17% 1621st/7313 |
14.78% 1103rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
25.93% 1769th/6822 |
19.38% 1216th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Esai" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Esai"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Esai" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.