Esmeralda is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #373 in 2025 with 823 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 2,477 births ranking #133. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,953 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.