Este
Persian · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Este
The given name 'Este' is a short form of Esther, meaning "star" from the Persian word *setāreh*, or possibly derived from the Semitic root for the goddess Ishtar.
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Etymology
The given name 'Este' is a short form of Esther, meaning "star" from the Persian word *setāreh*, or possibly derived from the Semitic root for the goddess Ishtar. It is primarily used in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian cultures, often as a diminutive of Estela or Esther, with historical significance in Jewish tradition through the biblical Queen Esther.
Este currently ranks #7,605 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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