Essense
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Essense first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 82 babies have been named Essense in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Essense is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,254 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #31,254
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Essense
Essense is a girl name .
Essense is currently ranked #31,254 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Essense include Ess, Esse, Essey, Esseie, Nse, Nsey, Esy, Esie, and Esskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Essense include Essence . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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