Esmie

Meaning & origin

Esmie is a modern feminine name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2009. It is a respelling of the established name Esme, borrowing the fashionable -ie ending seen in names like Ellie and Sophie. While Esmie remains relatively uncommon, it has shown a rising trajectory since 2010, reaching its peak rank of 8860 in 2020. In 2025, the name had a rarity of 1 in every 146115 births, suggesting it has not yet broken into the mainstream but appeals to parents seeking a familiar sound with a distinctive spelling. The name's simplicity and soft ending contribute to its modern, sweet appeal. Though its top states are not recorded, Esmie's steady increase in usage indicates it may continue to climb in popularity.

Esmie is likely a modern spelling variant of Esme, which itself comes from the Old French past participle 'esmé', meaning 'esteemed' or 'loved'. The name Esme gained popularity in the 20th century, partly due to literary usage, and Esmie appears as a contemporary adaptation, particularly in the United States where it has been recorded since 2009.