Esme: name meaning and origin

Esme

esteemed, beloved

French · Girl · 2 syllables

Esme is a French name meaning "esteemed, beloved". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Es, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Sibling names for Esme

  • Esme & Marie Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & Alma Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & Caleb Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & David Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & Freya Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & Ivy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & Levi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Esme & Mabel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

Nicknames for Esme

No traditional nickname; Esme is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Es, Esie.

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Questions about Esme

What does the name Esme mean?

Esme is a French name meaning "esteemed, beloved".

How many syllables are in Esme?

Esme has 2 syllables (Es-me), with the stress usually on "Es".

What are nicknames for Esme?

Esme has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Es, Esie.

Is Esme a boy's or girl's name?

Esme is traditionally a girl's name.