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Esme vs Esther

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Esme

Girl #344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, esteemed"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

English French Scottish Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#344
Total SSA Count
901
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Elsie Esther Estella Elva
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Popularity Comparison

Esme Rank #344
Esther Rank #131

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 vs #344 for Esme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Esme or Esther more popular?

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Esme at #344 in the United States.

What do Esme and Esther mean?

Esme means "beloved, esteemed" (French origin). Esther means "star" (Persian origin).

Are Esme and Esther boy or girl names?

Esme is primarily a girl name. Esther is primarily a girl name.

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