Esslyn

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ESS-lin'ESS-lin'2 syllables

🇬🇧English

Joyful

MEANING

JoyfulHappy

ORIGIN

Modern English

ETYMOLOGY

Possibly derived from the combination of 'essence' and 'lyn', a common suffix in names.

CULTURAL NOTES

Popular among parents seeking unique modern names with positive meanings.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Gained recognition in the late 20th century as part of a trend in creating new names.

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