Esmie

“French”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10560US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

84All-time births

📅 Since 200900

What does Esmie mean and where does it come from?

Esmie is a diminutive form of the name Esme, which is derived from the Old French word 'esmer', meaning ‘to love’ or ‘to esteem’. The name Esme gained popularity in the late 19th century and has been seen as a charming, vintage name that gives a sense of elegance. While commonly associated with femi

Cultural significance

Esmie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of french.

Peak popularity

Reached #6247 in 2020 — currently #10560 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Esmie?

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

Esmie Grace

How popular is Esmie right now?

Falling — down 4271 spots — currently #10560 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#10560 · Top 7.8%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10560	9	▼ down 4271 · -53% births
2022	#6289	19	▲ up 2347 · +58% births
2021	#8636	12	▼ down 2389 · -37% births
2020	#6247	19	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Esmie

Best Year2020Rank #6247

Peak Count19

Average Rank#7933

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Esmie

Esmie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 84 total births recorded, Esmie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6247 in 2020, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10560 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Esmie in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Esmie by decade

Esmie peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	60
2020s	19

💎Esmie has only 84 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Esmie?

Common

Esm

What names sound and feel like Esmie?

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

Esmee

France · esteemed, loved

American · Pledged to God

Espie

Australia · A form of

Ermie

American · A diminutive form

Ezmie

American · Hebrew

Common questions about the name Esmie

What does the name Esmie mean?

Esmie means "French" — a name rooted in France 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 Esmie?

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

What is the cultural origin of Esmie?

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

Is Esmie trending right now?

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

Is Esmie a common or rare name?

Esmie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.