Esperanza
es-peh-RAHN-sah
Popularity
#1017
Letters
9
Syllables
4
Origin
Spanish
Total Births
20,689
Peak Year
#499 in 2000
First Recorded
1903
Style
Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Esperanza is a Spanish name meaning 'hope'. It is derived from the Latin word 'sperare', meaning 'to hope'.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Esperanza Spalding
American jazz bassist, singer, and composer
Esperanza Aguirre
Spanish politician
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