Esmeralda is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1571 in 2016 with 20 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 40 births ranking #872. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 15,357 girls born was named Esmeralda. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Esmeralda is a rich jewel name with a romantic, dramatic feel. It sounds lush, colourful, and deeply expressive.
The name has long use in Spanish-speaking traditions and is also widely recognised through literature. Its appeal comes from strong visual beauty and an ornate but familiar sound.