Esaiah Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-SIGH-uh //ɛˈsaɪə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: God saves (Hebrew); variant of Isaiah (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Esaiah is derived from the Hebrew name Yeshayahu, which means "Yahweh is salvation." The etymology can be traced through various linguistic transitions: from Hebrew, it evolved into Greek as Iesaias, and subsequently into Latin as Esaias. The name entered the English language primarily through the influence of the King James Bible, published in 1611, which included the name in its translation of the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the prophet Isaiah, who is a significant figure in biblical history known for his prophecies regarding the coming of the Messiah and the future of Israel.
Historically, the name Esaiah is closely associated with the biblical prophet Isaiah, who lived in the 8th century BCE. Isaiah's writings are foundational texts in both Jewish and Christian traditions, and his prophecies have been influential in shaping theological concepts of salvation and divine justice.
The name has also been borne by various figures throughout history, including saints and religious leaders, which has contributed to its enduring presence in religious contexts. Culturally, the name Esaiah embodies themes of hope and divine intervention, resonating with the belief in salvation and redemption that is central to both Judaism and Christianity.
The name's connection to the prophetic tradition has made it a symbol of faith and spiritual insight. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Isaiah have been used in various cultures, further emphasizing the name's adaptability and significance across different linguistic and cultural landscapes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Esaiah was first seen in the United States in 2003.
Esaiah has ranked as high as #12329 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Esaiah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Esaiah 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 Esaiah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Esaiah.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 15 |
| 2024 | 11 | 11 |
| 2023 | 13 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 | 11 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 10 | 10 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 | 9 |
| 2010 | 10 | 10 |
| 2009 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 10 | 10 |
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 10 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Esaiah
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