Berlin vs Essie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Essie

Girl #2,714 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star, radiant one"

Origin: Hebrew/Persian

Cultural Roots

English Jewish American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,714
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ess

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Berlin Rank #2,852
Essie Rank #2,714

Essie is more popular, ranked #2714 vs #2852 for Berlin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Berlin ___

  • Berlin Rose
  • Berlin Grace
  • Berlin James
  • Berlin Rae
  • Berlin Skye
  • Berlin Wren

Essie ___

  • Essie Mae
  • Essie Rose
  • Essie Jane
  • Essie Pearl
  • Essie Grace
  • Essie Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Berlin

Vienna Paris London Milan Rome

If you choose Essie

Bea Mabel Hazel Archie Ezra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berlin or Essie more popular?

Essie is more popular, ranked #2714 compared to Berlin at #2852 in the United States.

What do Berlin and Essie mean?

Berlin means "small marsh, swampy area" (Old Slavic origin). Essie means "star, radiant one" (Hebrew/Persian origin).

Are Berlin and Essie boy or girl names?

Berlin is primarily a girl name. Essie is primarily a girl name.

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