How popular is the name Ester in 2025?

Ester is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Ester most popular?

Ester peaked in 1910, reaching #677 among US boy names.

Ester will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Ester entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #677 in 1910, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#677

peak (1910)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Ester are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ester alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ester in 2025?: Ester is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ester most popular?: Ester peaked in 1910, reaching #677 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ester with classmates?: Ester will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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