Essiemae, of African origin, is an uncommon yet captivating female given name. It's composed of two parts: "Esi," meaning "one who brings joy" in Akan languages, and "Mae," a variant of Mary, which signifies "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness." Together, Essiemae can be interpreted as "Joyful rebelliousness," suggesting a balance between happiness and determination. This unique name is often found among Ghanaian and other West African communities but is increasingly gaining recognition globally due to its appealing sound and meaningful origin.
"Essiemae experienced a significant decline in popularity between 1915 and 1919, with the number of births dropping from 12 to just 5. However, there was a slight increase in usage by 1921, with 6 births recorded that year. Altogether, over these four years, there were a total of 23 babies named Essiemae."