Esi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEH-see / /ˈɛ.si/Akan; African
Meaning
Akan: born on Sunday
Historical & Cultural Background
Esi is a name of Akan origin, primarily used among the Akan people of Ghana. In Akan culture, names are often given based on the day of the week a child is born. Esi specifically refers to girls born on a Sunday, reflecting the cultural significance of birth days in naming practices.
Similar Names
Variants
- Essie
International Variants
- Esi (Ghana)
Famous people named Esi
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Esi was first seen in the United States in 1979. Esi has ranked as high as #1119 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Esi has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Esi
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |