Esai Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-SIGH /eˈsaɪ/
Origin: Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning: Hebrew: God is salvation; Spanish: variant of Isaiah
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Esai is derived from the Hebrew name "Yeshayahu," which translates to "God is salvation." The name evolved through various linguistic forms, transitioning from Hebrew to Greek as "Isaías" and then to Latin as "Esaias." The name entered the English language primarily through the influence of the King James Bible, published in 1611, which rendered the name as "Esaias" in reference to the biblical prophet Isaiah, a significant figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions. This biblical association has contributed to the name's historical resonance and enduring presence in various cultures.
Historically, the figure of Isaiah is notable for his prophecies concerning the coming of the Messiah and the eventual restoration of Israel, which are central themes in both the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. His writings, dating back to the 8th century BCE, have had a profound impact on religious thought and literature.
The name Esai, as a variant of Isaiah, carries with it the weight of these prophetic traditions, symbolizing hope and divine intervention. Culturally, Esai is often associated with themes of faith and redemption, reflecting the broader significance of its root name.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with diminutive forms such as "Isa" appearing in some contexts. The historical and religious significance of Esai has allowed it to maintain a presence in various societies, often linked to the virtues of strength and salvation.
Famous people named Esai
In this section, you will find notable people named Esai. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Esai who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Esai Morales is an actor best known for La Bamba, NYPD Blue, and Oz.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Esai was first seen in the United States in 1987.
Esai has ranked as high as #1243 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Illinois, and Colorado.
In the past 5 years the name Esai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Esai is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Esai was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Esai (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 23 | |
| CA | 20 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| NV | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Esai.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 117 |
| 2023 | 104 |
| 2022 | 87 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2020 | 80 |
| 2019 | 73 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2017 | 58 |
| 2016 | 49 |
| 2015 | 63 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2013 | 70 |
| 2012 | 70 |
| 2011 | 75 |
| 2010 | 63 |
| 2009 | 69 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2006 | 65 |
| 2005 | 95 |
| 2004 | 78 |
| 2003 | 104 |
| 2002 | 108 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 1998 | 60 |
| 1997 | 62 |
| 1996 | 72 |
| 1995 | 78 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1987 | 14 |