Girl nameCurrently #13,908 in the USSteady
Edessa
3 syllablesPeak year: 20186 lettersStarts with E
Meaning & origin
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Edessa's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Edessa |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |
Edessa through the decades
- Edessa peaked in 2018, when 8 babies were named Edessa in the US.
- The 1910s were Edessa's strongest decade, averaging 8 births a year.
- Edessa currently ranks #13,908 in the US and is holding steady.