Esmeralda
Esmeralda is a girl name of Greek and Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Emerald”.
| Meaning | Emerald |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek and Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | es-meh-RAHL-dah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, Portugal, United States |
Meaning and origin of Esmeralda
Esmeralda is the Spanish and Portuguese word for 'emerald', from Latin smaragdus and Greek smaragdos. The name gained fame through Victor Hugo's 1831 novel The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, whose heroine is the dancer Esmeralda. It has been popular in Mexico and among Mexican-American families, helped by a well-known 1990s telenovela of the same name. The deep green stone itself has long been prized in Colombia, a major source of emeralds.
Is Esmeralda a religious name?
Esmeralda is a gemstone name with no religious background, although it is used mostly in Catholic families. It is not a saint's name.
How popular is Esmeralda?
Well used in Mexico and among Hispanic families in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Esmeralda mean?
Esmeralda means 'Emerald'. It is of Greek and Latin, via Spanish origin.
Does Esmeralda have a religious meaning?
Esmeralda is a gemstone name with no religious background, although it is used mostly in Catholic families. It is not a saint's name.
How do you pronounce Esmeralda?
Esmeralda is pronounced es-meh-RAHL-dah.
Is Esmeralda a boy or girl name?
Esmeralda is usually a girl name.