Esprit
French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Esprit
The given name 'Esprit' is derived from the French word 'esprit', meaning 'spirit' or 'soul', which is ultimately rooted in the Latin word 'spiritus', referring to a breath or a spirit.
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Etymology
The given name 'Esprit' is derived from the French word 'esprit', meaning 'spirit' or 'soul', which is ultimately rooted in the Latin word 'spiritus', referring to a breath or a spirit. 'Esprit' is a name commonly used in French culture, particularly in the context of Catholicism, where it is associated with the concept of the Holy Spirit.
Esprit currently ranks #780 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1902.
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