Esi

Born on Sunday

GenderGirlOriginGhanaian (Akan)Say itEH-seePopularityUncommon
Pronounced EH-see

About the name Esi

Esi is another Akan day-name for Sunday-born girls, prized for its short, elegant sound. It's especially common among the Fante people of coastal Ghana.

Serene and self-assured, carrying a quiet strength wherever she goes.

Fun fact

Esi is the Fante variant of the Twi name Akosua, both meaning Sunday-born.

Nicknames for Esi

Essie

Variations

EssieEsieAkosua

Famous people named Esi

  • Esi Edugyan (Ghanaian-Canadian author)

Sibling name ideas

KojoKwesiYaa

Similar names

AbenaBorn on TuesdayAdjoaBorn on MondayAfuaBorn on FridayAbenaaBorn on Tuesday (variant spelling)Abenaa SerwaaTuesday-born, noble womanAbibaBorn during the festive seasonAbrafiWarrior queen, one who leads in battleAdobeaA well-mannered, gracious daughter

Themes

Short & sweetGentleVintage
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