Esther

The name Esther means 'star'. In biblical context, Queen Esther saved the Jewish population from persecution serving as a symbol of bravery, determination, and leadership.

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The name Esther finds its origin in the Old Testament of the Bible, where Esther was a Jewish queen of Persia who saved her people from extermination. The name is possibly derived from the Persian word "sitareh" meaning "star," or from the Babylonian goddess of love, Ishtar.

  • Popularity: 333rd
  • Babies named Esther in the US in 2023:
    Female: 2008
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Essie,Etty,Esty,Star,Esta.
  • Full Names: Esther Louise,Esther Marie,Esther Rose,Esther Grace,Esther Anne.
  • Famous Namesakes: Esther Williams-Swimmer,Esther Dyson-Investor,Esther Rolle-Actress,Esther Hicks-Author,Esther Earl-Activist.
  • Gender: Predominantly used as a female name, often associated with historical and biblical woman of influence and strength.
  • Numerology: Esther is associated with numerology number 9, symbolizing compassion, humanitarianism, and a deep concern for others. People with this number tend to have a strong desire to help and improve the world.

In recent decades, Esther has seen a steady level of popularity across various parts of the world, occasionally experiencing peaks in certain countries, particularly those with predominant Christian or Jewish populations.

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