Essa vs Hashem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Essa

Boy #3,161 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew/Aramaic

Cultural Roots

Muslim Arabic South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,161
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Hashem

Boy #3,040 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who crushes bread, bread-breaker (symbol of generosity)"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Islamic Middle Eastern Jordanian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,040
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Essa Rank #3,161
Hashem Rank #3,040

Hashem is more popular, ranked #3040 vs #3161 for Essa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Essa or Hashem more popular?

Hashem is more popular, ranked #3040 compared to Essa at #3161 in the United States.

What do Essa and Hashem mean?

Essa means "God is salvation" (Hebrew/Aramaic origin). Hashem means "one who crushes bread, bread-breaker (symbol of generosity)" (Arabic origin).

Are Essa and Hashem boy or girl names?

Essa is primarily a boy name. Hashem is primarily a boy name.

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