Ester
Meaning of Ester
Ester is a female name with origins in various cultures. In English, it is pronounced as ES-tur (/ˈɛstər/), while in Italian and Spanish, it is pronounced as ES-tehr (/ˈestɛr/ and /esˈteɾ/, respectively). The name Ester is a variation of Esther.
Ester has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least 1881. Over the years, its popularity has fluctuated, but it has remained relatively consistent. In recent years, Ester has been given to around 100-150 newborns annually in the United States, ranking between 1500-2000 in terms of popularity.
The name Ester is associated with various positive attributes such as strength and beauty. It is also linked to the biblical figure Esther, who was known for her courage and wisdom. With its unique sound and rich history, Ester is a beautiful choice for parents seeking a timeless yet distinctive name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ES-tehr (/ˈestɛr/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as ES-tehr (/esˈteɾ/)
English
- Pronunced as ES-tur (/ˈɛstər/)
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Notable People Named Ester
| Ester Hernandez - Ester Hernández is a California Bay Area Chicana visual artist known for her prints and pastels addressing farm worker rights, cultural, political, and Chicana feminist issues. |
| Ester Ledecká is a Czech athlete who made history by winning gold medals in both alpine skiing and snowboarding at the 2018 Winter Olympics. |
| Ester Dean is an American R&B singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer who gained fame as a pop songwriter and has also appeared in films such as Pitch Perfect. |
| Ester Expósito Gayoso is a Spanish actress and model, renowned for her portrayal of Carla Rosón Caleruega in the Netflix series Élite. |
| Ester Ståhlberg, née Elfving, was a Finnish writer and educator who became the first First Lady of Finland as the wife of President Kaarlo Juho Ståhlberg. |
