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Name Origin

Esther is a feminine given name of Persian origin, meaning 'star' or 'hidden'. It is derived from the Old Persian name 'Estēr', which is composed of the elements 'stēr' (meaning 'star') and a suffix indicating femininity.

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Famous People

Esther Forbes (1891-1967)

Author

  • Won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography in 1943 for 'Paul Revere and the World He Lived In'
  • Authored numerous historical novels

Esther Dyson (1951-)

Technologist, investor, writer

  • Known for her expertise in the Internet and technology industries
  • Authored books on technological trends and their impact on society

Esther Perel (1958-)

Psychotherapist, author

  • Renowned for her work on relationships and sexuality
  • Authored bestselling books like 'Mating in Captivity' and 'The State of Affairs'