Eshe is a girl's name of Swahili origin meaning “life or lively.” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Esh, Essie. As of 2025, Eshe ranks #531 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #522 in 2023.
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EH-sheh
Phonetic spelling
Currently #531 among US baby names.
* Estimated trend — official birth-record data coming soon for this name
Eshe means “life or lively.” It is a girl's name of Swahili origin.
Eshe is pronounced EH-sheh.
Eshe is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Eshe currently ranks #531 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Eshe include Esh, Essie.
Middle names that pair well with Eshe include Eshe Amani, Eshe Zuri, Eshe Keza.
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