Declining since 2020, #3,296 for girls today.
Popularity of Esmee since 2000
Babies named Esmee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 97 |
| 2010s | 468 |
| 2020s | 295 |
Meaning & origin
Esmee, a feminine name of French origin meaning 'beloved,' first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2000. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, and as of 2025 it ranks 3,296, with about 1 in 34,197 newborn girls receiving the name. Since 2020, its usage has been falling. Esmee is most common in Texas and California. The spelling Esmee, with its double 'e,' is a Dutch-influenced variant of the more traditional Esmé, adding a touch of modern flair while retaining the name's elegant and affectionate meaning.
Esmee is a variant of Esmé, derived from the Old French past participle esmé, meaning 'esteemed' or 'beloved.' The name was used in Scotland and England from the 16th century, notably by the Stuart court. It gained popularity in the Netherlands and English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.
Where Esmee is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Esmee” around the world
Where Esmee lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
#41
in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Quebec
#79
in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ez, Ezzie
Variants: Esmé, Esmée
Sibling names for Esmee
Names that share Esmee's style, for a brother or sister.
