Esme
Girl · Old French
esme · 2 beats
Meaning
Loved, esteemed; the Salinger short story gave it literary heartbreak, the spelling gives it French grace.
The vibe
Esme is a name written in cursive. Vintage and softly grounded, her French roots and literary echoes suit someone graceful, thoughtful, and quietly distinctive.
Quick questions
Is Esme a boy's or a girl's name?
Esme is a girl's name of Old French origin.
How popular is Esme?
Esme sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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