Easter
e(a)-ster,
eas-ter
US Popularity:11696
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Christian spring festival, Easter; Dawn, towards the sunrise
If stork has left you with a bundle of joy to care for as the flowers start to bloom, then consider this adorable moniker! While you might only think of pastel-painted eggs, bunnies, and scavenger hunts when you hear the name Easter, there is more to this name that just the Christian holiday celebrations. Etymologically, the word Easter can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic austron or aust, meaning “dawn,” or “towards the sunrise.” Paying homage to the first rays of light and the possibilities of a new day, Easter is a name that will serve baby all year round.
How Popular Is The Name Easter?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2017
#16531
in 2017
+ 749
from 2014
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