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At a Glance: Name: Hesper – Meaning: evening star – Origin: Greek (from Hesperus, the evening star) – Gender: primarily used for girls
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.
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.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1913–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Hesper mean?
Evening star. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hesper)
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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