Estelle Broadus

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Estelle Broadus — Greek
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Estelle Broadus is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Estelle is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Estelle is a female name of Occitan origin, and means star. Star is the meaning generally assigned the name Estelle, although the format Eustalia suggests the name's true root is the Greek eustales: well-groomed. Despite the reported popularity of the saint the name Estelle was afforded little evident usage prior to the publication in 1788 of the pastoral Estelle by Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian, the first famous historical namesake, Estelle Fornier (née Dubœuf), muse of the composer Berlioz, who was born in 1797. The surname Broadus: Broadus, Montana, United States Broadus Airport, a general aviation airport in Montana, United States Surname Bruce Edward Broadus (1966–1996), American R&B singer and songwriter of the group Damian Dame Snoop Dogg (born Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. in 1971), American rapper John Albert Broadus (1827–1895), American Baptist pastor Kevin Broadus (born 1964), head men's basketball coach at Binghamton University John Broadus Watson (1878–1958), American psychologist Broadus Erle (1918–1977), American violinist Bodie Broadus, a fictional character on the television drama The Wire Estelle is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 56K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Estelle reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Estelle

Greek

Estelle is a female name of Occitan origin, and means star. Star is the meaning generally assigned the name Estelle, although the format Eustalia suggests the name's true root is the Greek eustales: well-groomed. Despite the reported popularity of the saint the name Estelle was afforded little evident usage prior to the publication in 1788 of the pastoral Estelle by Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian, the first famous historical namesake, Estelle Fornier (née Dubœuf), muse of the composer Berlioz, who was born in 1797.

Surname: Broadus

English

Broadus, Montana, United States Broadus Airport, a general aviation airport in Montana, United States Surname Bruce Edward Broadus (1966–1996), American R&B singer and songwriter of the group Damian Dame Snoop Dogg (born Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. in 1971), American rapper John Albert Broadus (1827–1895), American Baptist pastor Kevin Broadus (born 1964), head men's basketball coach at Binghamton University John Broadus Watson (1878–1958), American psychologist Broadus Erle (1918–1977), American violinist Bodie Broadus, a fictional character on the television drama The Wire

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Estelle is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Estelle by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Estelle Broadus

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Estelle Broadus:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Estelle?
The first name Estelle originates from Greek. Estelle is a female name of Occitan origin, and means star. Star is the meaning generally assigned the name Estelle, although the format Eustalia suggests the name's true root is the Greek eustales: well-groomed. Despite the reported popularity of the saint the name Estelle was afforded little evident usage prior to the publication in 1788 of the pastoral Estelle by Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian, the first famous historical namesake, Estelle Fornier (née Dubœuf), muse of the composer Berlioz, who was born in 1797.
When was Estelle most popular?
The name Estelle reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Broadus?
The surname Broadus originates from English. Broadus, Montana, United States Broadus Airport, a general aviation airport in Montana, United States Surname Bruce Edward Broadus (1966–1996), American R&B singer and songwriter of the group Damian Dame Snoop Dogg (born Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. in 1971), American rapper John Albert Broadus (1827–1895), American Baptist pastor Kevin Broadus (born 1964), head men's basketball coach at Binghamton University John Broadus Watson (1878–1958), American psychologist Broadus Erle (1918–1977), American violinist Bodie Broadus, a fictional character on the television drama The Wire
What are the origins of the name Estelle Broadus?
The name Estelle Broadus combines two different traditions: the first name Estelle has Greek roots, while the surname Broadus originates from English.
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