Esther
Female name · ★ Classic
135,214
Total Births
1915
Peak Year
#138
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Esther
Esther is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 135,214 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1910s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 5,762 births |
| 1890s | 16,469 births |
| 1900s | 20,005 births |
| 1910s | 25,754 births |
| 1920s | 20,717 births |
| 1930s | 11,019 births |
| 1940s | 7,142 births |
| 1950s | 6,352 births |
| 1960s | 3,966 births |
| 1970s | 2,865 births |
| 1980s | 3,394 births |
| 1990s | 3,576 births |
| 2000s | 4,061 births |
| 2010s | 2,790 births |
| 2020s | 1,342 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Esther?
Esther has been given to 135,214 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1915 with 2,892 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #138.
Is Esther a boy or girl name?
Esther is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Esther most popular?
Esther was most popular in 1915, when 2,892 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Esther?
Esther first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).