Lucy vs Essie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucy

Boy #37,409 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born at dawn or daylight"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37,409
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Essie

Boy #37,477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star"

Origin: Hebrew/Persian via Esther

Cultural Roots

American British Gender-neutral

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37,477
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lucy Rank #37,409
Essie Rank #37,477

Lucy is more popular, ranked #37409 vs #37477 for Essie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucy or Essie more popular?

Lucy is more popular, ranked #37409 compared to Essie at #37477 in the United States.

What do Lucy and Essie mean?

Lucy means "born at dawn or daylight" (Latin origin). Essie means "star" (Hebrew/Persian via Esther origin).

Are Lucy and Essie boy or girl names?

Lucy is primarily a boy name. Essie is primarily a boy name.

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