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Name Origin

Esmeralda is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. It comes from the Spanish words 'esmeralda' meaning emerald, the precious green gemstone. The name evokes imagery of beauty, rarity, and value.

spanishgemstoneemeraldgreenpreciousrarebeautyfeminine

Famous People

Esmeralda Santiago (1948-)

Author and memoirist

  • Award-winning author of autobiographical novels and memoirs
  • Known for works like 'When I Was Puerto Rican' and 'The Sound of Dreaming'
  • Explores themes of identity, culture, and family

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