"star"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Estee
Pronunciation: [ EHST-ee ]
Girl Name
#6,149 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A sweet vintage gem with glamorous heritage
Jewish
American
English
Vintage
Elegant
Classic
Gentle
Meaning & Origin
"myrtle tree"
Origin: Persian
Language: English
Browse names with similar meanings:
Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with Estée Lauder beauty brand — some parents may find this too commercial
The Story of Estee
Estee is a diminutive or nickname form of Esther, which comes from the Hebrew word for star (aster) or possibly from the Persian word for myrtle. Esther is a biblical name, borne by the Jewish queen who saved her people in the Book of Esther. The -ee ending transforms the formal Esther into a warmer, more intimate form.
Estee is most famous through Estée Lauder (born Josephine Esther Mentzer, 1908-2004), who transformed her nickname into one of the most recognizable luxury brands in the world. The name has a cozy, old-fashioned charm that appeals to parents seeking vintage names.
In Jewish Ashkenazi tradition, Esther and its variants like Estee and Essie were extremely common names honoring the biblical Queen Esther. The name is celebrated during the Jewish holiday of Purim.
Fun Facts
- Estée Lauder built a cosmetics empire starting from her kitchen, becoming one of the wealthiest self-made women in history
- The Book of Esther is one of only two books of the Bible that does not mention God
Estee in Other Languages
French
Esther
German
Esther
Hebrew
אסתר
Spanish
Ester
Yiddish
עסתי
Popularity Over Time
#6,149
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Estee
E
Estée Lauder
Business
1908
American businesswoman who founded the Estée Lauder Companies cosmetics empire
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,149
- Total SSA Count
- 20
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Es
Essie
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Estee is also used as a boy name, ranked #33294.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Estee
What does the name Estee mean?
"star" (from Hebrew). "myrtle tree" (from Persian). Estee is a diminutive or nickname form of Esther, which comes from the Hebrew word for star (aster) or possibly from the Persian word for myrtle. Esther is a biblical name, borne by the Jewish queen who saved her people in the Book of Esther. The -ee ending transforms the formal Esther into a warmer, more intimate form.
What is the origin of the name Estee?
Estee has Hebrew, Persian, Jewish, American, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "star". In Persian, it means "myrtle tree".
Is Estee a boy or girl name?
Estee is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #6149. As a boy name, it is ranked #33294. Estee is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Estee?
Estee is pronounced EHST-ee.
How popular is the name Estee?
Estee is currently ranked #6149 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Estee?
Common nicknames for Estee include Es and Essie.
What are good middle names for Estee?
Popular middle name pairings include Estee Pearl, Estee Rose, Estee Claire, Estee Mae, and Estee Frances.
What are good sibling names for Estee?
Names that pair well with Estee as siblings include Goldie, Pearl, Hattie, Vera, and Milo.
How many syllables does Estee have?
Estee has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Estee a common or rare name?
Estee is an uncommon name, ranked #6149 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Estee
Estee is a girl name with Jewish, American, and English origins . The name means "star" in Hebrew .
Is Estee a boy or girl name? Estee is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,149 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #33,294. Estee is more commonly used as a girl name.
Estee is currently ranked #6,149 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Estee has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHST-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Estee include Es and Essie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Estee include Estella, Estelle, Ester, Estefany, Estela . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.