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Genevieve vs Esme

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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Popularity Comparison

Genevieve Rank #165
Esme Rank #344

Genevieve is more popular, ranked #165 vs #344 for Esme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genevieve or Esme more popular?

Genevieve is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Esme at #344 in the United States.

What do Genevieve and Esme mean?

Genevieve means "tribe woman; woman of the people" (Germanic origin). Esme means "beloved, esteemed" (French origin).

Are Genevieve and Esme boy or girl names?

Genevieve is primarily a girl name. Esme is primarily a girl name.

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