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UK girl's name

Ezmay

A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially a variant of Esme.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Ezmay is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ezmay popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 20 births.

This profile covers 156 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 2007 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 25% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 155 living people in the UK are called Ezmay. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Ezmay ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2017, when 20 girls were registered as Ezmay.
  • About 155 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ezmay as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4192

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2017

20 births

Estimated living

155

2026

Meaning

What does Ezmay mean?

The name Ezmay is an uncommon one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have its roots in ancient Mesopotamian cultures, where it may have been derived from the Sumerian word "ezmu," meaning "wise" or "knowledgeable." This linguistic connection suggests that the name Ezmay could have been bestowed upon individuals who were revered for their wisdom and learning.

While there are no definitive historical records or ancient texts that explicitly mention the name Ezmay, some scholars have speculated that it may have been used in certain esoteric circles or priesthoods of the ancient Near East. These academic theories, however, remain largely unsubstantiated due to the scarcity of concrete evidence.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Ezmay date back to the 12th century, when it appears in various monastic records and religious manuscripts from the Middle East. One notable figure bearing this name was Ezmay al-Hafiz, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in Baghdad during the late 12th century. His contributions to the study of the Quran and Islamic jurisprudence earned him widespread acclaim and respect among his contemporaries.

In the centuries that followed, the name Ezmay continued to appear sporadically in historical accounts, though its usage remained relatively rare. One noteworthy individual was Ezmay al-Rumi, a 13th-century Persian poet and mystic whose works explored themes of spirituality and divine love. His poetic legacy has endured over the centuries, inspiring generations of writers and thinkers.

Another figure of historical significance was Ezmay al-Andalusi, a 14th-century mathematician and astronomer from the Iberian Peninsula. His pioneering work in the field of trigonometry and his contributions to the development of astronomical instruments were highly regarded during his time and continue to be studied by scholars today.

In the 16th century, Ezmay al-Qahiri, an Egyptian calligrapher and artist, gained renown for his exquisite calligraphic works and illuminated manuscripts. His masterpieces adorned the walls of mosques and palaces, showcasing the intricate beauty of Arabic calligraphy and Islamic art.

While the name Ezmay has remained relatively obscure throughout history, its unique origins and the notable individuals who bore it have left an indelible mark on various fields of human endeavor, from literature and philosophy to science and art.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Ezmay over time

The chart below shows babies named Ezmay registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Ezmay, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 20 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Ezmay
05101520200720152024

Decades

Ezmay by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ezmay was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #3735 32 5
2010s #2257 121 9
2000s #5201 3 1

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FAQ

Ezmay: questions and answers

How popular is the name Ezmay in the UK right now?

In 2024, Ezmay was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Ezmay most popular?

The peak year on record was 2017, with 20 babies registered as Ezmay in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Ezmay?

A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially a variant of Esme.

How many people are called Ezmay in the UK?

A total of 156 babies have been registered as Ezmay across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.