Esther: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Esther · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Esther: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Star»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Persian-Hebrew
Popularity
79 out of 100
Where Esther is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro Civil#36
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About the Name Esther
Esther is a girl's name with Persian-Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "Star." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Esther, Esther runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Esther is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Esther is a well-loved favorite, scoring 79 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as celestial.
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FAQ
What does the name Esther mean?+
The name Esther means "Star".
What is the origin of the name Esther?+
Esther is a name of Persian-Hebrew origin.
Is Esther a girl or boy name?+
Esther is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Esther?+
Esther is pronounced Esther (2 syllables).
Is Esther a popular name?+
Esther is a well-loved favorite, scoring 79 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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