Esme
EZ-may
Popularity
#344
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
9,885
Peak Year
#1,052 in 2022
First Recorded
1913
Style
Vintage, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Meaning 'esteemed' or 'loved'. It is of French origin, derived from the Old French word 'esmer'.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Esmé Bianco
English actress, model, and burlesque performer
Esme Howard
British diplomat, ambassador to the United States
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