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Esther
Esther is a girl's name of Persian origin and great merit within the Hebrew bible. The titular figure of the Book of Esther, this incredible heroine's deeds are substantial though her name's meanings are more mysterious. Formed as a method of concealment, Esther is thought to be forged from the Hebrew root s-t-r, which means "hide," in reference to the Persian queen's hidden identity. However, Esther is most often traced to the Old Persian stāra, which means "star," aligning the name to the Near Eastern goddess Ishtar. Largely associated with the planet Venus and the eight-pointed star, Ishtar presides over love, beauty, justice, and fertility. Embracing many great facets of femininity, Esther is a stirring name to rouse courage and strength for all those who bear it.
Persian, Haitian
Female
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Traits
- Intelligent
- Compassionate
- Stylish
- Confident
Compatibility
Esther pairs well with classic or vintage names for siblings, adding a touch of elegance to the group. As a middle name, it complements shorter first names nicely. Culturally, Esther fits well with both traditional and modern naming styles, making it a versatile choice for parents looking for a timeless name.
Intelligent
Compassionate
Stylish
Confident
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Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Esther Phillips
Musician
Born: December 23, 1935 · Galveston, Texas, USA
Similar Names
Malaika
Angel
Dakota
Friendly, ally
Vera
Faith, truth
Kaitlyn
Pure
Tatum
Tata's homestead
Aria
Lioness, Air, Noble, song, melody
Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Esther Original form
- Ester Spanish
- Estera Polish
- Estêr Portuguese
- Εσθήρ Greek
- Hebrew
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Korean
Cultural Adaptations
- אֶסְתֵּר (Ester) Hebrew
- استير (Estir) Arabic
- एस्थर (Esthar) Hindi
- 에스더 (Eseuteo) Korean
Frequently Asked Questions about Esther
- What does Esther mean?
- Star
- What is the origin of Esther?
- Esther has Persian, Haitian origins.
- Is Esther popular?
- Esther has been viewed 150 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Esther?
- Similar names include Malaika, Dakota, Vera, Kaitlyn, Tatum.
- How do you pronounce Esther?
- Esther is pronounced ES-ter.
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