How Many People Are Named Esdras?

Complete statistics for the name Esdras: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Esdras
Very Rare
Biblical Hebrew

Esdras, a very rare male name, has only been given to 1,547 babies in the US since records began, making it one in 216,761 Americans. That's pretty unique! The name's popularity peaked in 2023 with 80 births, showing it's a modern choice for younger parents.

~1,522
Living in US
1 in 216,761
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Biblical Hebrew
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Inspiring Determined
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their creativity and ability to inspire others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

27,354
Worldwide Bearers
#29,910
Global Rank
🇧🇷 Brazil
11,788
🇷🇼 Rwanda
2,901
🇲🇽 Mexico
2,615
🇬🇹 Guatemala
2,401
🇨🇬 Congo
2,142
🇨🇩 DR Congo
1,130
🇭🇳 Honduras
584
🇭🇹 Haiti
583
🇺🇸 United States
544
🇵🇪 Peru
515

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,522 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
1,323
Would be under 30 (86%)
224
Would be 30–60 (14%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 1,547 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
90
Classic Feel
11
Modern Appeal
100
International
98

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Esdras Through the Generations

Esdras has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 1,522 people named Esdras currently living in the US, the majority, 86%, are under 30 years old, indicating its status as a contemporary name. Born in 2023, the peak year saw 80 births, marking a significant increase from previous years. As of now, the average age of those named Esdras is just 16, with 1,323 under-30s and 224 aged between 30 and 60, highlighting its modern appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 293
Texas 171
Florida 72
New York 27
Maryland 24
North Carolina 13
Virginia 12
Georgia 10
New Jersey 5
South Carolina 5

⭐ Famous People Named Esdras

Esdras is a given name. Notable people with the name include:Esdras Alfred de St-Georges (1849–1890), Quebec lawyer, physician and political figure Esdras Minville (1896–1975), Quebec writer, economist and sociologist Esdras Padilla, Honduran football player Esdras Parra (1929-2004), Venezuelan Writer, Poet and Trans women. Esdras Rangel, Mexican professional football goalkeeper Michel Esdras Bernier (1841–1921), Canadian politician…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Esdras

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Esdras's Biblical Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Esdras

How Many People Have the Name Esdras?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,522 people in the United States currently share the name Esdras. That works out to roughly 1 in every 216,761 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Esdras a Common or Rare Name?

Esdras is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Esdras in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Esdras Most Popular?

The name Esdras reached peak popularity in 2023, with 80 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Esdras?

Approximately 1,522 people named Esdras live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,547. That works out to roughly 1 in 216,761 Americans.

Is Esdras a rare name?

Esdras is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 216,761 Americans has this name.

What does the name Esdras mean?

The meaning and origin of Esdras are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Esdras more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Esdras are male and 0% are female.

When was Esdras most popular?

Esdras peaked in 2023 with 80 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,522
All-Time Births1,547
1 in X1 in 216,761
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2023
World Rank#29,910
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.