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Hester

HES-ter

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Persian

Total Births

14,759

Peak Year

#407 in 1918

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Derived from Esther, which is of Persian origin, meaning 'star'.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Hester Prynne

    Main character in 'The Scarlet Letter'

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Personality Traits

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