Esme: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Esteemed, beloved — gentle and literary
- Origin
- French
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #398
- Peak
- #398 in 2020
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Esme Means
Esme is a girl name of French origin. Esteemed, beloved — gentle and literary
How Popular Esme Is
Esme currently ranks #398 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #398 in 2020. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Esme
- Esme peaked at #398 in the U.S. in 2020.
- Esme is a name with French elegance and history.
- It has literary connections that bookish parents love.
Names Like Esme
Other French names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Esme
French names that pair well as a brother or sister to Esme.
Questions About Esme
What does Esme mean?
Esme is a girl name of French origin. Esteemed, beloved — gentle and literary
How popular is Esme?
Esme currently ranks #398 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #398 in 2020. It has held steady.
Where does Esme come from?
Esme comes from French roots. Esme peaked at #398 in the U.S. in 2020.
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