Esau
Esau: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːsɔː/ · /ˈisɔ/
Meaning and origin of Esau
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ἡσαῦ (Hēsaû), from Biblical Hebrew עֵשָׂו (ʿēśāw).
How popular is Esau?
Since 1880, 2,976 boys in the U.S. have been named Esau. Its highest rank for boys was #926 in 1890. In 2025, 37 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Esau
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Sibling name ideas for Esau
Sister and brother names that share Esau's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Esau FAQ
What does the name Esau mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Ancient Greek Ἡσαῦ (Hēsaû), from Biblical Hebrew עֵשָׂו (ʿēśāw).
What is the origin of the name Esau?
Esau is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Esau?
Since 1880, 2,976 boys in the U.S. have been named Esau. Its highest rank for boys was #926 in 1890. In 2025, 37 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Esau a boy or girl name?
Esau is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,976 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.