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Ezmerelda

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Pronounced ez-muh-REL-duh /ˌɛz.məˈɹɛl.dɑː/Medium

Meaning: A variant spelling of Esmeralda, Spanish for 'emerald' (from the Greek smaragdos, via Latin). Famous through Victor Hugo's Esmeralda; the -z- spelling is a modern twist.Medium

In 30 seconds: A gem of a name: Ezmerelda is a spelling of Esmeralda, 'emerald' (said 'ez-muh-REL-duh'). Rich and romantic.

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Origin MediumSpanish, Greek

MeaningA variant spelling of Esmeralda, Spanish for 'emerald' (from the Greek smaragdos, via Latin). Famous through Victor Hugo's Esmeralda; the -z- spelling is a modern twist.

U.S. rank (2025)#13752 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 103

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ezmerelda is a variant spelling of Esmeralda, Spanish for 'emerald' (from the Greek smaragdos). Carried by Hugo's romantic heroine, the -z- spelling gives a modern look to a rich classic, rare in the U.S. (said 'ez-muh-REL-duh').

In the U.S. this spelling appears only rarely against the classic Esmeralda. Rare, rich, and romantic.

Did you know? Ezmerelda is a spelling twist on Esmeralda — Spanish for 'emerald' — a name made famous by Victor Hugo's heroine in The Hunchback of Notre-Dame (said 'ez-muh-REL-duh').

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References — Ezmerelda — Spelling of Esmeralda, Spanish 'emerald'

Variations

EsmeraldaEsmereldaEzmeralda

Nicknames

EzzieEsme

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ezmerelda mean?

Ezmerelda is a spelling of Esmeralda, Spanish for 'emerald.'

How do you pronounce Ezmerelda?

It's said ez-muh-REL-duh /ˌɛz.məˈɹɛl.dɑː/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Ezmerelda a boy or girl name?

Ezmerelda is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Ezmerelda?

This spelling is rare in the U.S.; Esmeralda is more common.