Esaias

Boy Name #2,144 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

The prophet Isaiah's name in its ancient Greek form

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Meaning & Origin

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

"Yahweh saves"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Esaias

Esaias is the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew name Yeshayahu, meaning God is salvation or Yahweh is salvation. It is the form of the name Isaiah used in the Septuagint (the Greek Old Testament) and the Vulgate (the Latin Bible). As such, it has been used throughout Christian Europe wherever Latin or Greek scriptures were standard.

Esaias enjoyed use in Scandinavia, Germany, and among Puritans in England and America during the 16th-18th centuries when biblical names in their classical Latin/Greek forms were common. It has seen modest revival as parents seek distinctive alternatives to the very popular Isaiah.

Isaiah/Esaias is one of the Major Prophets of the Hebrew Bible, and the Book of Isaiah is one of the most quoted in the New Testament. The name carries enormous religious weight across Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

Fun Facts

Esaias is the form of Isaiah found in the King James Bible's New Testament
The prophet Isaiah authored what scholars consider one of the most literary books of the Hebrew Bible
Esaias was a common name in Scandinavia during the 17th-18th centuries

Esaias in Other Languages

Greek Esaias

Latin Esaias

Arabic Sha'ya

Hebrew Yeshayahu

English Isaiah

Famous People Named Esaias

Esaias Tegner

Writer

1782

Swedish poet and bishop, considered one of Sweden's greatest national poets

Isaiah the Prophet

Religious

Major prophet of the Hebrew Bible whose prophecies are recorded in the Book of Isaiah

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,144
Total SSA Count: 69
Cultural Origins: Christian Jewish Scandinavian German
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Esai #1516

Common Nicknames

Esa Sais

Pairs Well With

Esaias James Esaias John Esaias David Esaias Michael Esaias Samuel Esaias Thomas Esaias Peter

Sibling Names

Ezekiel Elias Jeremiah Naomi Miriam Lydia Tobias

Similar Names

Isaac Elijah Simon Ellis Cyrus Ezra Elisha Jonas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Esaias

What does the name Esaias mean?

"God is salvation" (from Hebrew). "Yahweh saves" (from Hebrew). Esaias is the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew name Yeshayahu, meaning God is salvation or Yahweh is salvation. It is the form of the name Isaiah used in the Septuagint (the Greek Old Testament) and the Vulgate (the Latin Bible). As such, it has been used throughout Christian Europe wherever Latin or Greek scriptures were standard.

What is the origin of the name Esaias?

Esaias has Hebrew, Christian, Jewish, Scandinavian, and German origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is salvation". In Hebrew, it means "Yahweh saves".

Is Esaias a boy or girl name?

Esaias is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Esaias?

Esaias is currently ranked #2144 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Esaias?

Common nicknames for Esaias include Esa and Sais.

What are good middle names for Esaias?

Popular middle name pairings include Esaias James, Esaias John, Esaias David, Esaias Michael, Esaias Samuel, Esaias Thomas, and Esaias Peter.

What are good sibling names for Esaias?

Names that pair well with Esaias as siblings include Ezekiel, Elias, Jeremiah, Naomi, Miriam, Lydia, and Tobias.

How many syllables does Esaias have?

Esaias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Esaias a common or rare name?

Esaias is an uncommon name, ranked #2144 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Esaias

Esaias is a boy name with Christian, Jewish, Scandinavian, and German origins . The name means "God is salvation" in Hebrew .

Esaias is currently ranked #2,144 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Esaias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Esaias include Esa and Sais. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Esaias include Esai . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.