Esmee

What does Esmee mean?

Esmee is a soft, elegant form of Esme, a name associated with the Old French word esmé, meaning loved or esteemed. Its warm meaning gives this concise name an affectionate, quietly romantic quality.

With its gentle opening and bright final sound, Esmee feels refined without being formal. The double e spelling is especially familiar in Dutch usage, while also making the name accessible for English-speaking families.

Historical Context

Esmee is a spelling of Esme, which comes from the Old French esmé, a word linked with being valued, loved or esteemed. Esmé was historically used as a masculine name in France and Scotland, but modern English-language use is chiefly feminine. Esmee, without the accent and with a final double e, is particularly established in the Netherlands and has travelled well internationally.