Ester
Ester is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Star.
Origin and history
Ester is a variant spelling of Esther, derived from the Persian word for star or the Hebrew name Hadassah. While predominantly given to females, historical U.S. birth records show its rare use as a male name. It offers a classic, traditional feel with strong biblical roots.
Popularity in the United States
891 babies in the United States have been named Ester since 1880. It ranks #3787 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MS (44.9 %)
- KY (15.9 %)
- TX (12.3 %)
- AL (10.9 %)
- LA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 30 |
| 1900-1910 | 28 |
| 1910-1920 | 205 |
| 1920-1930 | 222 |
| 1930-1940 | 144 |
| 1940-1950 | 122 |
| 1950-1960 | 90 |
| 1960-1970 | 22 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to the Old Persian word 'star', meaning star, and is linked to the Babylonian goddess Ishtar.
- Although historically rare for males, nearly 900 male births have been recorded under the name Ester in the U.S. since 1880.