Origin and Meaning of Esterine

Star or heavenly body

Origin: Latin - Esterine is derived from the name Esther, which comes from the Hebrew word 'hadassah' meaning 'myrtle tree' and is often associated with the Persian word 'setareh', meaning 'star'.

• The name Esterine is relatively uncommon and is often viewed as a modern variation of the more popular name Esther.
• Esterine may have been influenced by names in various cultures, maintaining a similar sound while diverging in spelling.
• Notable bearers of the name include Esther, the biblical queen of Persia, who is celebrated during the Jewish festival of Purim.
• Though Esterine is not widely ranked in popularity statistics, its root name, Esther, has seen fluctuating popularity, especially within Jewish communities.
• Similar names include Estelle, which also means 'star' in French, and other variants like Estrella (Spanish) and Etta.