Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Essie
Endangered
Down 95.4% from peak
Peak era
1921
Peak births
1,032
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Essie
How many people are named Essie?
An estimated 7,286 living Americans are named Essie.
How rare is Essie?
Essie is very rare among babies today, with 47 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 95.4% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Essie?
The median age of a living American named Essie is approximately 76 years, with most bearers falling between 63 and 85 years old.
Is Essie still popular?
No. Essie is endangered as a baby name, down 95.4% from its 1921 peak with 47 births in 2025.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
95.4%
2025
47
All-time
39,682