Esperance
Meaning of Esperance
Esperance is a beautiful and feminine name with French origins. It is pronounced as es-peh-RAHNS (/ɛs.pe.ʁɑ̃s/) in French. The name has a variation, Esperanza, which is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries.
Although not very popular in recent years, Esperance has had a consistent presence in the United States. In 1925, it ranked at 4973, and in 1918 it was even higher at 4809. In more recent years, there have been around 5 occurrences per year.
The name Esperance carries positive associations of hope and optimism due to its meaning. Derived from the Latin word "sperare," which means "to hope," it symbolizes an optimistic outlook on life and a belief in brighter days ahead.
Choosing Esperance as your baby girl's name is not only unique but also carries a powerful message of hope and positivity for her future.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as es-peh-RAHNS (/ɛs.pe.ʁɑ̃s/)
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Notable People Named Esperance
| Louise Marguerite Espérance Langlois, also known as Espérance Bourlet de la Vallée, was a French painter and printmaker. |
| Espérance Nyirasafari is a lawyer and politician in Rwanda, currently serving as one of two Vice Presidents of the Senate of Rwanda since October 17, 2019. |
