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Esperanza

es-peh-RAHN-sah

Popularity

#1017

stable

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'.

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Numerology

7

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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Personality Traits

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