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Ester is a variation of the Persian name Esther, meaning 'star'. It is also associated with the Old Persian word 'stara' and the Babylonian goddess Ishtar. While the spelling with an 'h' is more common in English-speaking countries, this version is widely used in Scandinavia, Spain, and Italy.
About 134 girls were named Ester in 2025.
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Swedish painter associated with the expressionist movement
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Ester — far less common.
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