Esmiralda

Spanish and Portuguese

"emerald"

Esmiralda Origin and Meaning

The name Esmiralda is a girl's name.

Esmiralda is a feminine name of Spanish origin, representing a variation of Esmeralda, which means 'emerald' in Spanish. The slight spelling deviation with the insertion of an 'i' gives this version a unique quality while preserving the connection to the precious green gemstone. Like its more common counterpart, Esmiralda evokes images of beauty, rarity, and value. The name gained some recognition through Victor Hugo's character Esmeralda in 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame,' though this specific spelling remains considerably less common. Esmiralda has a romantic, exotic quality that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with Spanish flair, while still being recognizable and pronounceable in many languages.