Esther vs Thelma
Comparing Esther and Thelma? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Esther ranks in the Top 500 tier and traces to Persian naming roots (meaning "Star"). Thelma sits in the Top 500 tier with Greek origins (meaning "Will, volition").
Esther
- Meaning: Star
- Origin: Persian
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Esther name page
Thelma
- Meaning: Will, volition
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Thelma name page
Which name is more popular: Esther or Thelma?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Esther ranks higher (Top 500) than Thelma (Top 500).