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Esme

The gender-fluid French name Esme has the beautiful meaning of “to love.” However, this name can often be linked back to the Spanish name Esmeralda which means “emerald.” So, whether you wish to show your love for the French language or even name baby for the beautiful gem they are, this charming name is a wonderful choice.
French Unisex
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Meaning

To love

Popularity

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Pronunciation

EZ-may

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Name Story

Traits

  • Gentle
  • Compassionate
  • Artistic
  • Sincere

Compatibility

Esme pairs well with both traditional and modern sibling names due to its versatility. It also works nicely as a middle name to balance out more elaborate first names. Culturally, Esme complements French or romantic-themed names, adding a touch of elegance and charm to the overall combination.

Gentle Compassionate Artistic Sincere

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Esme Bianco

Esme Bianco

Actress

Born: May 25, 1982 · St. Albans, England

Portrait of Esme Creed-Miles

Esme Creed-Miles

Actress

Born: February 5, 2000 · Barnet, England

Portrait of Esme Patterson

Esme Patterson

Musician

Born: June 30, 1990 · Denver, Colorado, USA

Portrait of Esme Melville

Esme Melville

Actress

Born: August 22, 1926 · London, England

Portrait of Esme Percy

Esme Percy

Actor

Born: August 17, 1887 · London, England

Portrait of Esme Watson

Esme Watson

Actress

Born: September 19, 1905 · London, England

Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Esme Original form
  • Esmé French
  • Esmae English
  • Esmée French
  • Arabic
  • Arabic
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Chinese
  • Hindi

Cultural Adaptations

  • إسمى (Isma) Arabic
  • إسمي (Ismi) Arabic
  • エスメ (Esme) Japanese
  • 에스메 (Eseume) Korean
  • 埃斯梅 (Āisīméi) Chinese
  • एस्मे (Esme) Hindi

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Frequently Asked Questions about Esme

What does Esme mean?
To love
What is the origin of Esme?
Esme has French origins.
Is Esme popular?
Esme has been viewed 75 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Esme?
Similar names include Frank, Martha, Tristan, Gia, Tariq.
How do you pronounce Esme?
Esme is pronounced EZ-may.

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