Essie vs Ze

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

Essie Rank #2,714
Ze Rank #37,618

Essie is more popular, ranked #2714 vs #37618 for Ze.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Essie ___

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

Ze ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Essie

Bea Mabel Hazel Archie Ezra

If you choose Ze

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Essie or Ze more popular?

Essie is more popular, ranked #2714 compared to Ze at #37618 in the United States.

What do Essie and Ze mean?

Essie means "star, radiant one" (Hebrew/Persian origin).

Are Essie and Ze boy or girl names?

Essie is primarily a girl name. Ze is primarily a boy name.

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