Esma
Meaning of Esma
Esma is a charming and timeless name of multiple origins, predominantly found in Turkish, Indonesian/Malay, Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian, Persian/Kurdish, Albanian, and Arabic cultures. Pronounced as "es-mah" or "ez-mah" depending on the region, Esma carries a melodious and elegant sound that transcends linguistic boundaries. The name shares similarities with variations like Esme and Esmay. Historically, it has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States with notable peaks in the early 20th century and a resurgence in recent years. Esma's multicultural roots make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with both historical depth and contemporary appeal.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as es-mah (/esma/)
Indonesian/Malay
- Pronunced as ess-mah (/əsma/)
Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian
- Pronunced as ez-mah (/esma/)
Persian,Kurdish
- Pronunced as ez-mah (/esmæ/)
Albanian
- Pronunced as ez-mah (/ɛsma/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as ez-mah (/ʔesma/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Esma
| Esma Redžepova-Teodosievska, known as "the Queen of the Gypsies," was a Macedonian Romani vocalist, songwriter, and humanitarian celebrated for her contributions to Romani culture and music. |
| Esma Oniani was a renowned Georgian poet, essayist, and painter. |
| Esma Voloder is a Bosnian-Australian actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss World Australia 2017 and represented Australia at the Miss World 2017 pageant. |
