Girl
Esme
loved, esteemed
About Esme
Delicate yet substantial, this name captures attention through its distinctive sound and spelling. The economical use of letters creates maximum impact, making it memorable from first encounter. Literary connections add intellectual appeal for readers and writers who appreciate references embedded in their choices. The name possesses an ethereal quality that suggests creativity and imagination, traits many parents hope to nurture. Its French connections lend continental sophistication without pretension or affectation. The pronunciation flows naturally once learned, though the spelling may require occasional clarification. It works beautifully as both a first name and middle name, offering flexibility in combinations. The name has gained popularity among parents seeking alternatives to more common vintage revivals. It suggests someone artistic, thoughtful, and possessing quiet strength. The brevity makes it powerful in speech and writing, never lost in lengthy formal documents or casual conversations. This choice appeals to those who appreciate understated elegance over flashy trends. The name carries well from childhood through adulthood, never feeling too young or too mature for any life stage.
Popularity of the Name Esme
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #927 | #81 | #415 | #402 | #524 |
| 2011 | #977 | #84 | #413 | #346 | #641 |
| 2012 | #975 | #68 | #245 | #246 | #592 |
| 2013 | #926 | #60 | #342 | #277 | #608 |
| 2014 | #812 | #53 | #159 | #214 | #559 |
| 2015 | #681 | #41 | #110 | #138 | #533 |
| 2016 | #682 | #38 | #117 | #111 | #422 |
| 2017 | #585 | #44 | #85 | #100 | #405 |
| 2018 | #548 | #40 | #93 | #107 | #333 |
| 2019 | #426 | #41 | #104 | #89 | #292 |
| 2020 | #395 | #42 | #91 | #70 | #310 |
| 2021 | #376 | #45 | #81 | #90 | #344 |
| 2022 | #304 | #39 | #76 | #71 | #228 |
| 2023 | #325 | #43 | #79 | #71 | #297 |
| 2024 | #343 | #49 | #92 | #103 | #230 |
| 2025 | #298 | #46 | #59 | #76 | #227 |
| 1997 | #262 | ||||
| 1998 | #219 | ||||
| 1999 | #218 | ||||
| 2000 | #185 | ||||
| 2001 | #204 | ||||
| 2002 | #220 | #546 | |||
| 2003 | #177 | ||||
| 2004 | #168 | ||||
| 2005 | #150 | #625 | |||
| 2006 | #135 | #511 | |||
| 2007 | #131 | #569 | |||
| 2008 | #107 | #559 | |||
| 2009 | #99 | #317 | #419 | #564 | |
| 1907 | #140 | ||||
| 1908 | #168 | ||||
| 1910 | #155 | ||||
| 1911 | #172 | ||||
| 1912 | #160 | ||||
| 1913 | #137 | ||||
| 1914 | #152 | ||||
| 1915 | #186 | ||||
| 1916 | #129 | ||||
| 1917 | #156 | ||||
| 1918 | #164 | ||||
| 1919 | #157 | ||||
| 1920 | #137 | ||||
| 1921 | #106 | ||||
| 1922 | #126 | ||||
| 1923 | #164 | ||||
| 1924 | #119 | ||||
| 1925 | #129 | ||||
| 1926 | #142 | ||||
| 1927 | #158 | ||||
| 1928 | #153 | ||||
| 1929 | #134 | ||||
| 1930 | #146 | ||||
| 1931 | #174 | ||||
| 1933 | #177 | ||||
| 1935 | #169 | ||||
| 1975 | #528 | ||||
| 1993 | #541 | ||||
| 1995 | #551 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Esme
Names Similar to Esme
Nicknames for Esme
- Es
- Esmie
- Mimi
- Essy
- Meme
Famous People Named Esme
| Esme Bianco | English actress and model |
| Esme Wren | American director and producer |
| Esme Patterson | American singer-songwriter |
| Esme Chandlee | American political activist |
| Esme Allen | British actress and writer |
| Esme Johns | Australian netball player |
| Esme Marshall | British singer |
| Esme Oliver | British fashion designer |
| Esme Percy | British actor |
| Esme Sturges | American journalist |
| Esme Valdez | Mexican politician |
| Esme Watson | Australian actress |
| Esme Weijun Wang | American writer |
| Esme Winterflood | English singer-songwriter |
| Esme Young | British fashion designer |
| Esme Creed-Miles | British actress |
| Esme Huband | New Zealand artist |
| Esme Howey | Australian painter |
| Esme Hodge | Australian television presenter |
Characters Named Esme
| Esme Cullen | Twilight series |
| Esme Hoggett | Babe |
| Esme Weatherwax | Discworld series |
| Esme Gigi Geniveve Squalor | A Series of Unfortunate Events |
| Esme Saxe | Power Book II - Ghost |
| Esme Vanderheusen | Gilmore Girls |
| Esme Shelby | Peaky Blinders |
| Esme Lennox | The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox |
| Esme Greenwood | The Infernal Devices |
| Esme Eustace | The Chronicles of Narnia |
| Esme Crowfoot | The Inheritance Cycle |
| Esme Winters | Slammed series |
| Esme Kirby | The Chalet School series |
| Esme Squalor | Netflix adaptation of A Series of Unfortunate Events |
| Esme Watson | The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel |
| Esme Mackay | The Six of Crows Duology |
| Esme Fairbairn | Watership Down |