Esther: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A star shining with biblical grace and courage.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #153
- Peak
- #27 in 1896
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 Esther Means
Esther is a girl name of English origin. A star shining with biblical grace and courage.
How Popular Esther Is
Esther currently ranks #153 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #27 in 1896. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Esther
- Esther reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #27 in 1896.
- Esther has been a top 100 name across 169+ years of American history.
- Esther is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Esther
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Esther
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Esther.
Questions About Esther
What does Esther mean?
Esther is a girl name of English origin. A star shining with biblical grace and courage.
How popular is Esther?
Esther currently ranks #153 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #27 in 1896. It has held steady.
Where does Esther come from?
Esther comes from English roots. Esther reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #27 in 1896.
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