Esmerae

“emerald, precious” — Associated with love and rebirth

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11506US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

7All-time births

📅 Since 202000

What does Esmerae mean and where does it come from?

Esmerae is a modern name inspired by the Spanish word 'esmeralda', meaning 'emerald'. This name has a connotation of preciousness and beauty, reflecting the properties of the emerald gemstone, which is often associated with love and rebirth. It is not widely used but has seen a slight increase in po

Cultural significance

Esmerae has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of emerald, precious.

Peak popularity

Reached #13290 in 2020 — currently #11506 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Esmerae?

Esmerae works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Esmerae Grace

How popular is Esmerae right now?

Rising fast — up 1138 spots — currently #11506 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#11506 · Top 8.5%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11506	8	▲ up 1138 · +14% births
2022	#12644	7	▲ up 3350 · +40% births
2021	#15994	5	▼ down 2704 · -29% births
2020	#13290	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Esmerae

Best Year2023Rank #11506

Peak Count8

Average Rank#13359

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Esmerae

Esmerae is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2020. With 7 total births recorded, Esmerae remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13290 in 2020 to #11506 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Esmerae in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Esmerae has only 7 total recorded births since 2020 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Esmerae?

Common

EsmErae

What names sound and feel like Esmerae?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Esmerae also consider these

Esmarae

American · beloved, esteemed, or

esmeree

English · derived from Esmeralda,

Deserae

English · Desired

Emmarae

English · universal, complete

Esmerie

French · French

Islarae

English · A meaningful name

Eden-rae

English · A English name

Dezerae

American · desire

Common questions about the name Esmerae

What does the name Esmerae mean?

Esmerae means "emerald, precious" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Esmerae?

Esmerae is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Esmerae have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Esmerae?

Esmerae originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Esmerae?

Esmerae pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Esmerae trending right now?

Esmerae is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.