Essence
Essence is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Fundamental nature, core substance, or intrinsic quality.
Origin and history
Essence is a modern English vocabulary name derived from the word meaning 'intrinsic nature' or 'fundamental quality'. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as part of a trend toward abstract virtue and nature-inspired names. It remains a recognizable given name for girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
10,744 babies in the United States have been named Essence since 1880. It ranks #1568 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1059.
States where it is most popular
- NY (11.3 %)
- TX (8.2 %)
- CA (8.1 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
- NC (6.7 %)
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 | 182 |
| 1980-1990 | 816 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,531 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,095 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,852 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,268 |
Famous people named Essence
- Essence Atkins: Actress
Fun facts
- Essence belongs to a modern group of English word names that express abstract qualities, entering wider usage in the late 20th century.
- The word ultimately derives from the Latin verb 'esse', meaning 'to be'.