Esca
Fact sheet
- Name
- Esca
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Esca for men likely has its roots in Latin and is directly translated as 'the food' or 'the firewood'.
What does the name Esca mean?
Esca is a male first name with Latin origins. It derives from the word ēsca, which means 'food', 'tinder', 'bait', and 'firewood'. Interestingly, there exists the word 'esk' in Celtic, which means water.
Where does the name Esca come from?
The name Esca has Latin roots and means 'the food'.
How do you pronounce Esca?
Es-ka
Popularity
In Germany, Esca is considered a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195 among the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2018 at 3,918. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it at 5,448 in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 6,518.
Famous people
- Esca (character from the book 'The Eagle of the Ninth Legion')
Frequently asked questions about the name Esca
What is the origin of the name Esca?
The name Esca has Latin roots and derives from the word ēsca.
What does the first name Esca mean?
Esca means 'food', but can also be used in other contexts such as 'tinder', 'bait', and 'firewood'.
How popular is the name Esca?
The popularity of the name Esca is variable, and it is rather rare in many countries.