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About Ester
Ester radiates classic beauty and enduring grace. This name has traversed centuries, maintaining its dignified presence across cultures and generations. The simplicity of Ester belies its profound strength—there's nothing superfluous here, just pure, timeless elegance. Its clean lines and straightforward spelling make it accessible while its historical depth provides substance. Ester carries literary and cultural significance, having appeared in important texts and stories throughout history. The name suggests intelligence, character, and quiet confidence. Parents choosing Ester often value tradition and substance over fleeting trends. It pairs exceptionally well with both classic and contemporary middle names, offering versatility in combination. The name's understated nature allows the individual bearing it to define it through her own personality and achievements. Ester represents a choice that honors the past while remaining perfectly appropriate for today's world.
Popularity of the Name Ester
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #769 | |
| 1882 | #611 | |
| 1883 | #665 | |
| 1884 | #597 | |
| 1885 | #669 | |
| 1886 | #560 | |
| 1887 | #706 | |
| 1888 | #555 | |
| 1889 | #607 | |
| 1890 | #527 | |
| 1891 | #599 | |
| 1892 | #462 | |
| 1893 | #441 | |
| 1894 | #458 | |
| 1895 | #444 | |
| 1896 | #442 | |
| 1897 | #409 | |
| 1898 | #415 | |
| 1899 | #440 | |
| 1900 | #391 | |
| 1901 | #425 | |
| 1902 | #481 | |
| 1903 | #483 | |
| 1904 | #454 | |
| 1905 | #368 | |
| 1906 | #424 | |
| 1907 | #390 | |
| 1908 | #469 | |
| 1909 | #448 | |
| 1910 | #411 | |
| 1911 | #400 | |
| 1912 | #420 | |
| 1913 | #452 | |
| 1914 | #476 | |
| 1915 | #448 | |
| 1916 | #453 | |
| 1917 | #498 | |
| 1918 | #469 | |
| 1919 | #420 | |
| 1920 | #447 | |
| 1921 | #429 | |
| 1922 | #420 | |
| 1923 | #451 | |
| 1924 | #473 | |
| 1925 | #411 | |
| 1926 | #422 | |
| 1927 | #471 | |
| 1928 | #454 | |
| 1929 | #460 | |
| 1930 | #482 | |
| 1931 | #478 | |
| 1932 | #514 | |
| 1933 | #523 | |
| 1934 | #514 | |
| 1935 | #508 | |
| 1936 | #529 | |
| 1937 | #511 | |
| 1938 | #585 | |
| 1939 | #604 | |
| 1940 | #562 | |
| 1941 | #595 | |
| 1942 | #611 | |
| 1943 | #603 | |
| 1944 | #586 | |
| 1945 | #652 | |
| 1946 | #599 | |
| 1947 | #637 | |
| 1948 | #609 | |
| 1949 | #627 | |
| 1950 | #645 | |
| 1951 | #729 | |
| 1952 | #664 | |
| 1953 | #669 | |
| 1954 | #789 | |
| 1955 | #755 | |
| 1956 | #761 | |
| 1957 | #831 | |
| 1958 | #841 | |
| 1959 | #842 | |
| 1960 | #825 | |
| 1961 | #897 | |
| 1962 | #892 | |
| 1963 | #884 | |
| 1964 | #888 | #390 |
| 1965 | #934 | #285 |
| 1976 | #533 | |
| 1979 | #485 | |
| 2001 | #544 | |
| 2002 | #673 | |
| 2008 | #934 | |
| 2011 | #999 | |
| 2014 | #926 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Ester
- Esther
- Estera
- Esteri
Names Similar to Ester
Nicknames for Ester
- Essie
- Esty
- Este
- Essy
Famous People Named Ester
| Ester Dean | American singer-songwriter and actress |
| Ester Satorova | Czech fashion model and wife of tennis player Tomas Berdych |
| Ester Rada | Israeli singer and actress |
| Ester Exposito | Spanish actress |
| Ester Peony | Romanian singer-songwriter |
| Ester Expósito | Argentine actress |
| Ester Anderson | Swedish politician and minister |
| Ester Matthews | Australian artist |
| Ester Gluck | Hungarian-Israeli painter |
| Ester Boserup | Danish economist |
| Ester Almqvist | Swedish journalist and writer |
| Ester Nicholson | American author and motivational speaker |
| Ester Koçi | Albanian singer |
| Ester Ledecká | Czech tennis player |
| Ester Momcilovic | Australian film director |
| Ester Ramos | Portuguese dancer and choreographer |
| Ester Duflo | French-American economist and Nobel laureate |
| Ester Brami | French actress and director |
| Ester Berdych Satorova | Czech model and entrepreneur |
Characters Named Ester
| Ester Goldstein | A character in the novel "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok |
| Ester Waters | The protagonist of the novel "Esther Waters" by George Moore |
| Ester Randall | A character in the TV series "Derry Girls" |
| Ester de Flores | A character in the telenovela "La Reina del Sur" |
| Ester Steinberg | A character in the TV series "Masters of Sex" |
| Ester Cunningham | A character in the TV series "Ghost Whisperer" |
| Ester O'Connor | A character in the film "The Old Man & the Gun" |
| Ester Bloom | A character in the novel "The History of Love" by Nicole Krauss |
| Ester Summerson | A character in the novel "Bleak House" by Charles Dickens |
| Ester Salinas | A character in the TV series "Gran Hotel" |
| Ester Holte | A character in the film "Insomnia" |
| Ester de Niscemi | A character in the film "Il Gattopardo" |
| Ester Trueba | A character in the novel "The House of the Spirits" by Isabel Allende |
| Ester Hatlo | A character in the TV series "Home and Away" |
| Ester Shaw | A character in the film "The Cure for Insomnia" |
| Ester Drang | A character in the comic book series "Cerebus" |
| Ester Goldberg | A character in the film "Save Me" |
| Ester Vasquez | A character in the video game "Kane & Lynch - Dead Men" |