GirlPersian
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'.
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'
Spelling Variations
Personality Traits
IntelligentIndependentCreativeReserved
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