Esbeidy
A feminine name of Spanish and Aboriginal origin, meaning "princess warrior".
Name Census estimates that about 275 living Americans carry the first name Esbeidy. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Esbeidy today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Esbeidy births was 2006 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Esbeidy. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
275
~ 1 in 1,246,379 Americans
Peak year
2006
28 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2023 SSA rank
#10,557
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Esbeidy: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Esbeidy from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 143 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Esbeidy by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Esbeidy during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Esbeidys live
Origin
Meaning and history of Esbeidy
The name Esbeidy is a unique and intriguing given name that has its roots in the Arabic language. Its origins can be traced back to the Middle Eastern region, where it was likely derived from the Arabic word "asbaiday," meaning "white" or "pure." The name is believed to have emerged during the early Islamic era, around the 7th or 8th century CE.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Esbeidy can be found in ancient Arabic texts and manuscripts. It was often used to describe individuals with a fair complexion or those who exhibited purity of character. Although the name was primarily used in the Arabic-speaking world, it eventually spread to other regions through cultural exchanges and trade routes.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Esbeidy. One such person was Esbeidy al-Bakri, a renowned Arab geographer and scholar who lived in the 11th century. His works, such as the "Book of Roads and Kingdoms," provided valuable insights into the geography and cultures of the Islamic world during that time.
Another prominent figure with the name Esbeidy was Esbeidy al-Hashimi, a 13th-century poet and philosopher from Baghdad. Her poetic compositions and philosophical writings were highly regarded during the Golden Age of Islamic civilization, and she gained recognition for her intellectual prowess.
In the realm of Islamic mysticism, Esbeidy al-Rumi was a Sufi mystic and spiritual teacher who lived in the 14th century. Her teachings and writings on the nature of love and devotion to the divine continue to influence the Sufi tradition to this day.
During the 16th century, Esbeidy al-Ansari was a renowned calligrapher and artist from the Ottoman Empire. Her intricate calligraphic works adorned the walls of mosques and palaces, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of Arabic calligraphy.
In more recent times, Esbeidy Fairouz was a celebrated Lebanese singer and actress who gained popularity in the 20th century. Her powerful voice and captivating performances made her a cultural icon in the Middle East, and she was renowned for her contributions to Arabic music and cinema.
While the name Esbeidy may not be as common in modern times, it remains a unique and culturally significant name that reflects the rich heritage and history of the Arabic language and Islamic civilization.
People
Esbeidy + last name combinations
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FAQ
Esbeidy: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Esbeidy?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 275 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Esbeidy going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,246,379 US residents.
Is Esbeidy a common name?
We classify Esbeidy as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 279 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Esbeidy most popular?
The single biggest year for Esbeidy was 2006, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Esbeidy is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Esbeidy a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Esbeidy in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.