Esther is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #167 in 2020 with 303 recorded births. This places Esther in the top 2% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 380 births ranking #141. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 31.2%. In 2020, approximately 1 in every 886 girls born was named Esther. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Esther is a classic biblical name often associated with stars. It feels dignified, thoughtful, and deeply rooted.
The name has remained important across Jewish and Christian traditions for centuries. Its strength comes from biblical depth, simplicity, and a quietly luminous image.