Esme is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #278 in 1996 with 135 recorded births. This places Esme in the top 6% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 1,416 births ranking #35. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 2,193 girls born was named Esme. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Esme is a sleek, elegant name meaning esteemed or beloved. It feels soft, refined, and very modern despite its older French roots.
The name was once relatively rare in English-speaking use but became much more popular as short, polished vintage names rose in popularity. Its appeal lies in delicacy and restraint.