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Esli

♂ Boy

Pronounced ESS-lee /ˈɛs.li/Medium

Meaning: Esli is a biblical Hebrew name — an ancestor of Jesus listed in Luke's genealogy — often glossed 'reserved (by God)' or 'near me.' A short, devout name still used in Spanish-speaking families.Low

In 30 seconds: A biblical name from Luke's genealogy: Esli is often read 'reserved by God' (said 'ESS-lee'). Short and devout.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningEsli is a biblical Hebrew name — an ancestor of Jesus listed in Luke's genealogy — often glossed 'reserved (by God)' or 'near me.' A short, devout name still used in Spanish-speaking families.
U.S. rank (2024)#11298 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 150

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319872024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Esli is a biblical Hebrew name listed among the ancestors of Jesus in Luke's genealogy, often glossed 'reserved (by God).' It keeps quiet use, especially in Latin American families — a short, devout pick (said 'ESS-lee').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely for boys, mostly in Hispanic Christian families. Rare, biblical, and trim.

Did you know? Esli appears in the Gospel of Luke as an ancestor of Jesus — a short Hebrew name often glossed 'reserved by God,' still chosen in Spanish-speaking families today (said 'ESS-lee').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Esli — Biblical Hebrew name, Luke genealogy

Variations

EslyEslihHesli

Nicknames

EsEli

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Esli mean?

Esli is a biblical Hebrew name from Luke's genealogy, often glossed 'reserved by God.'

How do you pronounce Esli?

It's said ESS-lee /ˈɛs.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Esli a boy or girl name?

Esli is a boy's name, in keeping with the biblical figure.

How popular is Esli?

Esli is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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