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Imelda vs Esther

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Imelda Rank #3,675
Esther Rank #131

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imelda or Esther more popular?

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Imelda and Esther mean?

Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin). Esther means "star" (Persian origin).

Are Imelda and Esther boy or girl names?

Imelda is primarily a girl name. Esther is primarily a girl name.

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