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Essien

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Meaning

Of African origin, meaning "the sixth son born".

Traits and personality

In Pythagorean numerology, E, N and W are initials of the number 5: it's read as curious and freedom-loving, quick to adapt to whatever's new. This is a numerology reading, not an exact science — character is shaped by life, not by a name.

Initial
E
Syllables
2

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