Esaias
Esaias is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Yahweh is salvation.
Origin and history
Esaias is a biblical male name derived from the Greek form of Isaiah. Historically rooted in classical religious texts, it remains a rare choice in the United States, though it has seen a slight rise in modern usage. It appeals to parents seeking a distinct alternative to the traditional name Isaiah.
Popularity in the United States
858 babies in the United States have been named Esaias since 1880. It ranks #3819 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1597.
States where it is most popular
- CA (56.6 %)
- TX (35.2 %)
- FL (2.7 %)
- GA (2.7 %)
- NY (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 52 |
| 2000-2010 | 188 |
| 2010-2019 | 288 |
| 2020-2029 | 330 |
Famous people named Esaias
- Esaias Tegnér: Writer, Poet
Fun facts
- Esaias is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew name Isaiah used in classical translations of the Bible.
- Although historically rare in the United States, a significant portion of its total recorded births have occurred since 2020.