Girl name guide

Esther name meaning, origin and style

Esther is a Persian and Hebrew tradition name commonly associated with star; origin debated.

Origin

Persian and Hebrew tradition

Meaning

star; origin debated

Say it

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Choosing Esther

A biblical classic with a poised, quietly dramatic quality.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.