Kester

Scottish form of Christopher

"one who carries Christ"

Kester Origin and Meaning

The name Kester is a boy's name of Scottish origin meaning "one who carries Christ".

Nearly unknown outside the British Isles, this old Scottish variation has a sleek surname feel that can make an excellent update of the flagging Christopher.

Popularity of the name Kester

• 1894 Nameberry 2025

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Famous People Named Kester

• Paul Kester American playwright.
• Kester Berwick Australian actor and writer

The name Kester in Pop Culture

• Kester Woodseaves "Precious Bane" (1924) by Mary Webb
• Kester character in the 1930s TV serial "The Lone Ranger"