Esmeralda
boy nameEsmeralda entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #3282 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#3282
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4510 |
| 1980s | #5642 |
| 1990s | #6968 |
| 2000s | #10023 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Esmeralda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Esmeralda alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Esmeralda in 2025?
- Esmeralda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Esmeralda most popular?
- Esmeralda peaked in 1982, reaching #3282 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Esmeralda with classmates?
- Esmeralda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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