Esau
Esau is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Hairy or rough, or possibly made/completed.
Origin and history
Esau is a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'hairy' or 'made'. In the Old Testament, Esau is the elder son of Isaac and Rebekah and the twin brother of Jacob. While less common than Jacob, Esau maintains a steady, classic presence as a male name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,976 babies in the United States have been named Esau since 1880. It ranks #2371 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1700.
States where it is most popular
- CA (48.5 %)
- TX (34.9 %)
- SC (10.5 %)
- IL (1.8 %)
- AZ (1.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 28 |
| 1900-1910 | 34 |
| 1910-1920 | 127 |
| 1920-1930 | 156 |
| 1930-1940 | 150 |
| 1940-1950 | 160 |
| 1950-1960 | 155 |
| 1960-1970 | 114 |
| 1970-1980 | 149 |
| 1980-1990 | 245 |
| 1990-2000 | 368 |
| 2000-2010 | 644 |
| 2010-2019 | 409 |
| 2020-2029 | 227 |
Famous people named Esau
- Esau Morales: athlete, footballer
Fun facts
- In Genesis, Esau was born covered in reddish hair, leading to his name's association with hairiness or roughness.
- According to biblical tradition, Esau is considered the progenitor of the Edomites.