Hesper
HES-per
Hesper is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Hesper is a Greek name meaning 'evening star' or 'west'. It evokes a sense of mystery and beauty, similar to its celestial meaning.”. It currently ranks #16133 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1982.
What Hesper Means
“Hesper is a Greek name meaning 'evening star' or 'west'. It evokes a sense of mystery and beauty, similar to its celestial meaning.”
The Story of Hesper
She arrives with the first whisper of twilight, a celestial beacon in the darkening sky.
From ancient Greece, Hesper is the 'evening star', the radiant planet Venus visible just after sunset. Her name evokes the western sky, a symbol of beauty and nearing rest.
When you call your daughter Hesper, you invite a sense of quiet wonder into her life. It's a name for a child you see as thoughtful and observant, someone who finds fascination in the subtle transitions of the day.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1982
Total Births
108
First Recorded
1913
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