Esme
English · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Esme
Esme means "esteemed" or "beloved" and derives from the Old French word "esmer," meaning to esteem or value highly.
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Etymology
Esme means "esteemed" or "beloved" and derives from the Old French word "esmer," meaning to esteem or value highly. The name has been used primarily in English-speaking cultures and Scottish tradition, with notable historical use by Scottish nobility and later popularized in English literature, including J.D. Salinger's "Franny and Zooey."
Esme currently ranks #298 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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