Esmeralda

Girl's name

Esmeralda is of Spanish origin and means "emerald." It is derived from the Spanish word for the green gemstone.

Meaning Emerald
Origin Spanish
U.S. births in 2023 891
Peak year 1998

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Esmeralda Santiago - Author, known for memoir "When I Was Puerto Rican."
  • Esmeralda Moya - Actress, starred in Spanish TV series.
  • Esmeralda Mitre - Argentine actress and model.
  • Esmeralda Pimentel - Mexican actress, known for telenovelas.
  • Esmeralda Arboleda - Colombian politician and women's rights activist.

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