Hester
Hester: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛhΙstΙ/
Meaning and origin of Hester
- A female given name from Persian, of 17th century and later usage.
Etymology
From the Latin form of Esther.
How popular is Hester?
Since 1880, 14,227 girls and 537 boys in the U.S. have been named Hester (96% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #202 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #937 in 1900. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Hester FAQ
What does the name Hester mean?
A female given name from Persian, of 17th century and later usage. From the Latin form of Esther.
What is the origin of the name Hester?
Hester is listed as a name of Persian origin.
How popular is the name Hester?
Since 1880, 14,227 girls and 537 boys in the U.S. have been named Hester (96% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #202 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #937 in 1900. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Hester a boy or girl name?
Hester is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,227 girls and 537 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.