Estie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ES-tee /ˈɛsti/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: Star; English: Diminutive of Esther
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Estie is derived from the Hebrew name Esther, which means "star." The etymology can be traced back to the Hebrew word 'כּוֹכָב' (kokhav), which also translates to 'star.' The name Esther appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Esther, where she is a central figure who becomes the queen of Persia and plays a crucial role in saving her people from persecution. The name was adopted into Greek as 'Esther' and subsequently into Latin, maintaining its form through various translations and adaptations into Old French and Middle English before becoming established in the English language.
Historically, Esther has been a significant figure since at least the 5th century BCE, with her story being celebrated during the Jewish festival of Purim. The Book of Esther was included in the Hebrew Bible and later in the Christian Old Testament, which helped to solidify the name's prominence in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name gained further recognition through various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint in the 3rd century BCE and the King James Version in the early 17th century, which popularized biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Estie, as a diminutive of Esther, carries connotations of strength and resilience, reflecting the character of its biblical namesake.
The story of Esther has inspired numerous works of literature, art, and theater throughout the centuries, reinforcing the name's significance in both religious and cultural contexts. The enduring legacy of Esther as a symbol of courage and advocacy for one's people contributes to the continued resonance of the name Estie in various cultural narratives.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Estie was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Estie has ranked as high as #10711 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Kentucky, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Estie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Estie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Estie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Estie.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19 | 19 |
| 2023 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 11 | 11 |
| 1922 | 9 | 9 |
| 1921 | 11 | 11 |
| 1920 | 7 | 7 |
| 1919 | 11 | 11 |
| 1918 | 12 | 12 |
| 1917 | 7 | 7 |
| 1916 | 12 | 12 |
| 1915 | 10 | 10 |
| 1914 | 10 | 10 |
| 1913 | 7 | 7 |
| 1912 | 12 | 12 |
| 1911 | 5 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 | 5 |
| 1908 | 9 | 9 |
| 1907 | 10 | 10 |
| 1906 | 5 | 5 |
| 1904 | 7 | 7 |
| 1903 | 7 | 7 |
| 1899 | 5 | 5 |
| 1898 | 8 | 8 |
| 1896 | 7 | 7 |
| 1895 | 6 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 | 5 |
| 1892 | 6 | 6 |
| 1891 | 5 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 | 5 |
| 1880 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Estie (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |