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Esme

Girl · French · Short name

Meaning
Esteemed, loved, beloved

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
EZ-may
Origin
French

From French and Latin; meaning debated, often esteemed or loved.

Popularity
Common in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ClassicVintageSoft and gentle

Languages in use: French, Latin, English

Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom

Also recorded as Gender-neutral.

Alternate spellings

  • EsméeFrench

    French form with an accent.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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