Easter
Meaning of Easter
The name Easter is a unisex name that can be given to both boys and girls. It has German and English origins and is associated with the Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In German, Easter is pronounced as AHS-tuh (/ˈaːstɐ/), while in English it is pronounced as EE-ster (/ˈiːstər/). An alternative variation of this name is Esther. Looking at data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that the popularity of the name Easter peaked in the early 20th century, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 7 per year.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as AHS-tuh (/ˈaːstɐ/)
English
- Pronunced as EE-ster (/ˈiːstər/)
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Notable People Named Easter
| Easter Hero was a successful racehorse, winning the Cheltenham Gold Cup twice and making several attempts to win the Grand National. |
