Estelle Widener

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Estelle Widener — Greek
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Estelle Widener 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 Widener: Chris Widener (born 1963), American politician Chris Widener (author) (born 1966), American author and motivational speaker Christine Ourmières-Widener (born 1964), French businesswoman Eleanor Elkins Widener (c. 1862–1937), American heiress George Widener (born 1962), autistic savant George Dunton Widener (1861–1912), American businessman who died in the sinking of the Titanic H. Emory Widener, Jr. (1923–2007), American judge Harry Elkins Widener (1885–1912), American book collector who died in the sinking of the Titanic Jeff Widener (born 1956), American photographer Joseph E. 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: Widener

French

Chris Widener (born 1963), American politician Chris Widener (author) (born 1966), American author and motivational speaker Christine Ourmières-Widener (born 1964), French businesswoman Eleanor Elkins Widener (c. 1862–1937), American heiress George Widener (born 1962), autistic savant George Dunton Widener (1861–1912), American businessman who died in the sinking of the Titanic H. Emory Widener, Jr. (1923–2007), American judge Harry Elkins Widener (1885–1912), American book collector who died in the sinking of the Titanic Jeff Widener (born 1956), American photographer Joseph E.

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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 Widener

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 Widener:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Widener?
The surname Widener originates from French. Chris Widener (born 1963), American politician Chris Widener (author) (born 1966), American author and motivational speaker Christine Ourmières-Widener (born 1964), French businesswoman Eleanor Elkins Widener (c. 1862–1937), American heiress George Widener (born 1962), autistic savant George Dunton Widener (1861–1912), American businessman who died in the sinking of the Titanic H. Emory Widener, Jr. (1923–2007), American judge Harry Elkins Widener (1885–1912), American book collector who died in the sinking of the Titanic Jeff Widener (born 1956), American photographer Joseph E.
What are the origins of the name Estelle Widener?
The name Estelle Widener combines two different traditions: the first name Estelle has Greek roots, while the surname Widener originates from French.
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