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Girl name

Esme

Esme is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “esteemed, loved.” It currently ranks #325 for US girls and is rising.

Meaning
Esteemed, loved.
Origin
French
US rank
#79
Syllables
1
Letters
4
Starts with
E

Esme's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#325 in 2023Peak rank #307US SSA · girls
#1#463#926201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Esme

What does the name Esme mean?

Esme means "Esteemed, loved." and is of French origin.

Is Esme a boy or girl name?

Esme is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Esme?

Esme ranked #325 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #307).

How many syllables are in Esme?

Esme has 1 syllable and 4 letters.

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