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Ike vs Esau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ike

Boy #2,970 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Isaac"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,970
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Esau

Boy #3,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hairy, rough"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,082
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ike Rank #2,970
Esau Rank #3,082

Ike is more popular, ranked #2970 vs #3082 for Esau.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ike or Esau more popular?

Ike is more popular, ranked #2970 compared to Esau at #3082 in the United States.

What do Ike and Esau mean?

Ike means "short form of Isaac" (Hebrew origin). Esau means "hairy, rough" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ike and Esau boy or girl names?

Ike is primarily a boy name. Esau is primarily a boy name.

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