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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Evening star
- Origin
- Greek (from Hesperus, the evening star)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- HESS-per
Hesper is a Greek name that comes from Hesperus, the evening star, and it means "evening star." It's a soft, gentle-sounding name with a clear picture behind it: that first bright point of light in the dusk sky.
Meaning & Origin of Hesper
Meaning: Evening star.
Origin: Greek (from Hesperus, the evening star).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Hesper
HESS-perIPA /ˈhɛspər/
Popularity of Hesper
Hesper has always been rare in the U.S. Its highest ranking was #2657 in 1913, when 7 babies were given the name, and by 2024 it had slipped to #16133 with just 5 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Hesper mean?
Evening star. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hesper?
Hesper is pronounced HESS-per (IPA: /ˈhɛspər/).
Is Hesper a popular name right now?
Hesper peaked at #2657 in 1913 and is ranked #16133 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)
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