TheNameDBHester
FeminineMeaning
Star.
Etymology
From Greek aster meaning 'star', related to astron. The name became popular in English-speaking countries and gained literary fame through Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter.
About the Name Hester
Hester is a name with classical starry associations and literary prestige, most famously borne by Hester Prynne in The Scarlet Letter. Its vintage charm and literary depth have made it increasingly appealing to contemporary parents.