Ester

Girl

Origin: Hebrew · Persian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish

Meaning

“star or myrtle”

Cultural Notes

Ester is a widespread variant spelling of Esther used in Spanish Portuguese and Scandinavian countries; it carries the same biblical origin as the Hebrew queen in the Book of Esther.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1920s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Ester

  • Ester Exposito

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