Esmeralda

Meaning of Esmeralda

Esmeralda means "emerald," a green precious gemstone.

Esmeralda has Spanish roots — browse every Spanish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Esmeralda

Esmeralda has cooled off, slipping to #373 in 2025, down from a peak of #191 in 2007.

Notable people named Esmeralda

• Esmeralda Moya
  Spanish actress and model
• Esmeralda Mitre
  Argentine actress
• Esmeralda Ugalde
  Mexican actress and singer
• Esmeralda Pimentel
  Mexican actress
• Esmeralda Falcón Reyes
  Mexican boxer

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Questions about the name Esmeralda

What does the name Esmeralda mean?

Esmeralda means esmeralda means "emerald," a green precious gemstone, and it comes from Spanish origins.

Is Esmeralda a boy's or a girl's name?

Esmeralda is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Esmeralda?

In 2025, Esmeralda ranked #373 for girls, down from #350 the year before.

When was Esmeralda most popular?

Esmeralda peaked at #191 in 2007.