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At a Glance: Name: Esme – Meaning: beloved, esteemed – Origin: French (Esmé) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: EZ-may
Esme is pronounced EZ-may (IPA /ˈɛzmeɪ/) and comes from the French name Esmé, carrying the meaning beloved, esteemed. It's a classic name with global reach, a short, French-rooted pick that's stayed recognizable across generations. If a name with a clear, warm meaning matters to you, Esme delivers one in just two syllables.
Meaning & Origin of Esme
Meaning: Beloved, esteemed.
Origin: French (Esmé).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Esme
Phonetic: EZ-may IPA: /ˈɛzmeɪ/
Popularity of Esme
Esme ranked #344 in 2024, with 901 babies given the name — down from its peak of #303 in 2022, when 1,052 babies received it.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1913–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Esme mean?
Beloved, esteemed. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Esme)
How do you pronounce Esme?
Esme is pronounced EZ-may (IPA: /ˈɛzmeɪ/).
Is Esme a popular name right now?
Esme is near its all-time peak (#303 in 2022), ranked #344 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)
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