Esteemed, beloved, or emerald
Esmay is a variant of Esme, derived from the Old French word 'esmé', meaning esteemed or loved. It is also occasionally linked to the Spanish word 'esmeralda', referring to the emerald gemstone. This spelling adds a phonetic clarity and a vintage English charm to the more common French form.
About 27 girls were named Esmay in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
British child actress
