Esmae
English (Modern) · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Esmae
Esmae is a variant of the name Esme, derived from the Old French past participle *esmé* meaning "esteemed" or "loved," ultimately from the Latin *aestimare* ("to value").
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Etymology
Esmae is a variant of the name Esme, derived from the Old French past participle *esmé* meaning "esteemed" or "loved," ultimately from the Latin *aestimare* ("to value"). It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the UK and Australia, with no strong religious ties; notable historical context includes its literary use in J.D. Salinger's *Franny and Zooey* (1961) for the character Esmé.
Esmae currently ranks #1,445 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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