Essien
es-EE-en
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
African
Total Births
53
Peak Year
#8 in 2012
First Recorded
2006
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
The name Essien is primarily used in Ghana. It's a surname, often associated with the Akan people, but can also be used as a given name.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Michael Essien
Ghanaian professional footballer
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