Esmerelda
girl name#4987 in 2025Esmerelda entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #3801 in 2021, ranks #4987 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
#4987
rank today
#3801
peak (2021)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7001 |
| 1980s | #8883 |
| 1990s | #8116 |
| 2000s | #7238 |
| 2010s | #7324 |
| 2020s | #4761 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Esmerelda has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Esmerelda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Esmerelda alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Esmerelda in 2025?
- Esmerelda ranks #4987 among US girl names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Esmerelda most popular?
- Esmerelda peaked in 2021, reaching #3801 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Esmerelda with classmates?
- Esmerelda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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