Hester

Q: What is the origin of Hester?

Hester is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Hester?

According to the latest SSA data, Hester is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Hester a boy name?

Hester is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Star"

English form associated with Esther in biblical tradition, historically common in Britain and colonial America with literary attestations.

Themes:biblicalpurimmedievalenglishsaint

Biblical Celestial Cosmic Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Hester

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Hester did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Hester Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Hester.

5 ideas

hesy

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hest

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ster

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tery

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stey

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Baby Name Lists That Include Hester

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Hester mean?

Hester means "Star". English form associated with Esther in biblical tradition, historically common in Britain and colonial America with lite

What is the origin of Hester?

Hester is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Hester?

According to the latest SSA data, Hester is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Hester a boy name?

Hester is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Hester?

Popular nicknames for Hester include hesy, hest, ster, tery, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Hester?

There are many names similar to Hester in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, English

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withH

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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