About Essa
The surname Essa is of Arabic origin and is derived from the given name Isa, which means "Jesus" in Arabic. It is a common surname among Muslims and Christians in the Middle East and North Africa, particularly among those with Arab or Arabized Berber ancestry. The name Essa signifies a connection to the religious figure Jesus and may indicate a family's religious or cultural background.
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