Essa

Pronunciation: [ EHS-uh ]

Boy Name #3,161 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

The Quranic name for the prophet Jesus

Muslim Arabic South Asian

Spiritual Traditional Elegant Minimalist

Meaning & Origin

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew/Aramaic

Language: Hebrew

"the prophet Jesus in Islam"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Arabic

The Story of Essa

Essa is the Arabic and Syriac form of Isa, which is itself the Quranic and Islamic version of Jesus. The name traces back to the Hebrew Yeshua meaning God saves or God is salvation, the same root as Joshua and Jesus. In Islam, Essa ibn Maryam — Jesus son of Mary — is revered as one of the five greatest prophets, making this name deeply sacred in Muslim tradition.

Essa is widely used across Muslim-majority countries and among Muslim communities worldwide. It offers a direct connection to prophetic tradition while being short, easy to pronounce, and elegantly simple.

In Islam, Prophet Essa is held in the highest esteem — he performed miracles, spoke as an infant, and will return in the End Times according to Islamic eschatology. Naming a son Essa is an act of profound religious devotion.

Fun Facts

Essa ibn Maryam is mentioned 25 times in the Quran by name
The name Isa/Essa is one of the most widely recognized religious names across the globe, known in Christian, Muslim, and Jewish traditions

Essa in Other Languages

Urdu عیسی

Arabic عيسى

English Jesus/Joshua

Persian Isa

Turkish Isa

Famous People Named Essa

Essa Al Dafiri

Athlete

Kuwaiti sprint canoeist who competed at the Olympic level

Essa ibn Maryam

Other

The Prophet Jesus as described in the Holy Quran, revered as one of the five greatest prophets in Islam

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #3,161
Total SSA Count: 38
Cultural Origins: Muslim Arabic South Asian
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Essiah #4368

Common Nicknames

Es Ess

Pairs Well With

Essa Muhammad Essa Ali Essa Hassan Essa Ibrahim Essa Yusuf Essa Kareem

Sibling Names

Isa Ibrahim Maryam Fatima Yusuf Zahra

Also a Girl Name

Essa is also used as a girl name, ranked #24247.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Essa

What does the name Essa mean?

"God is salvation" (from Hebrew/Aramaic). "the prophet Jesus in Islam" (from Arabic). Essa is the Arabic and Syriac form of Isa, which is itself the Quranic and Islamic version of Jesus. The name traces back to the Hebrew Yeshua meaning God saves or God is salvation, the same root as Joshua and Jesus. In Islam, Essa ibn Maryam — Jesus son of Mary — is revered as one of the five greatest prophets, making this name deeply sacred in Muslim tradition.

What is the origin of the name Essa?

Essa has Hebrew/Aramaic, Arabic, Muslim, and South Asian origins. In Hebrew/Aramaic, it means "God is salvation". In Arabic, it means "the prophet Jesus in Islam".

Is Essa a boy or girl name?

Essa is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3161. As a girl name, it is ranked #24247. Essa is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Essa?

Essa is pronounced EHS-uh.

How popular is the name Essa?

Essa is currently ranked #3161 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Essa?

Common nicknames for Essa include Es and Ess.

What are good middle names for Essa?

Popular middle name pairings include Essa Muhammad, Essa Ali, Essa Hassan, Essa Ibrahim, Essa Yusuf, and Essa Kareem.

What are good sibling names for Essa?

Names that pair well with Essa as siblings include Isa, Ibrahim, Maryam, Fatima, Yusuf, and Zahra.

How many syllables does Essa have?

Essa has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Essa a common or rare name?

Essa is an uncommon name, ranked #3161 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Essa

Essa is a boy name with Muslim, Arabic, and South Asian origins . The name means "God is salvation" in Hebrew/Aramaic .

Is Essa a boy or girl name? Essa is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,161 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #24,247. Essa is more commonly used as a boy name.

Essa is currently ranked #3,161 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Essa has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHS-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Essa include Es and Ess. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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