Esme vs Haven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Haven

Girl #202 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, sanctuary"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#202
Total SSA Count
1,517
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hav

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Popularity Comparison

Esme Rank #344
Haven Rank #202

Haven is more popular, ranked #202 vs #344 for Esme.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Esme ___

  • Esme Rose
  • Esme Pearl
  • Esme Violet
  • Esme Gray
  • Esme Wren
  • Esme June

Haven ___

  • Haven Grace
  • Haven Rose
  • Haven Leigh
  • Haven Mae
  • Haven Elise
  • Haven Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Esme

Soren Jasper Ottilie Wren Felix

If you choose Haven

Journey Sage Quinn River Skye

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Esme or Haven more popular?

Haven is more popular, ranked #202 compared to Esme at #344 in the United States.

What do Esme and Haven mean?

Esme means "beloved, esteemed" (French origin). Haven means "shelter, sanctuary" (Old English origin).

Are Esme and Haven boy or girl names?

Esme is primarily a girl name. Haven is primarily a girl name.

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