Esteemed or beloved
Ezmay is a modern phonetic spelling of the French name Esmé, which is the past participle of the Old French verb 'esmer', meaning to esteem or love. While the traditional spelling is more common, this variation has gained some traction for its unique visual appeal and clear pronunciation. It carries a sense of being highly valued or cherished.
Less common today
Ezmay isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,909 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
