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Ezmeralda
Pronounced ez-mə-RAHL-dah /ˌɛz.məˈrɑl.dɑ/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Esmeralda — from Spanish esmeralda, 'an emerald' (ultimately from Greek smaragdos)Medium
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History & Origin
Ezmeralda is a spelling of Esmeralda — from Spanish esmeralda, 'an emerald' (ultimately from Greek smaragdos). The dancer Esmeralda is the heroine of Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre-Dame. A lyrical, jewel-bright name; the -z- styling personalizes it (nicknames Ezzie, Esme).
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare in this spelling, an-emerald at the root, and jewel-bright.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ezmeralda mean?
Ezmeralda spells Esmeralda — Spanish 'an emerald'.
How do you pronounce Ezmeralda?
It's said ez-mə-RAHL-dah /ˌɛz.məˈrɑl.dɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Ezmeralda a boy or girl name?
Ezmeralda is a girl's name.
How popular is Ezmeralda?
Ezmeralda is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Esmeralda is more common.