Esha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Esha is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'goddess' or 'divine'. It has evolved from its roots in Sanskrit to modern usage in various languages, retaining its spiritual significance. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Esha has gained popularity in contemporary times, especially in India, and is often linked with beauty and elegance.
The name Esha is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Esha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Esha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6718th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2354th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3795th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Esha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Esha"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːʃɑː/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
Esha originates from the Sanskrit word 'īśa', which means 'goddess' or 'divine'. It is often associated with the concept of 'essence' or 'spirit'.
Meaning
goddess, divine, essence, spirit
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: ईशा (īśā), Hindi: ईशा (īśā), Bengali: ঈশা (īśā)
Historical Usage
Esha has been used in various cultures, particularly in India, and has gained popularity in the modern era as a name for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Isha, Eshaana, Eshita
Modern Popularity & Image
Esha is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and spirituality.
Famous People
Esha Gupta - Indian actress and model, Esha Deol - Indian actress and daughter of Bollywood stars Dharmendra and Hema Malini
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Esha"
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 "Esha"
"Esha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11010th of 19264 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6718th of 27321 | 181 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2354th of 35406 | 1,201 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3795th of 30306 | 481 |
Regional Popularity of "Esha" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Esha" 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) |
49.13% 2251st/4582 |
27.85% 1438th/5164 |
38.06% 2783rd/7313 |
27.35% 2041st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
62.47% 2803rd/4487 |
51.67% 3525th/6822 |
49.41% 3101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Esha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Esha" 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.