Esfir

The origins of Esfir are vast and varied but still hold similar meanings. Esfir is a variant of the Russian name Ysfir, later adapted into the more popular name Esther. The meaning of Esfir is 'star' or 'star-like' in its Russian and Persian origins. Some people also believe Esfir to be another variant of the name Ishtar, known as a Mesopotamian goddess and the Queen of Heaven in ancient Iraq. Others believe that Esfir refers to Ishtar, the Babylonian goddess of love and fertility. Esfir is also said to be a variant of the Hebrew name Hadassah, which means 'myrtle tree.' The myrtle tree symbolized peace, love, and prosperity in ancient Hebrew origin. Esfir is believed to be someone with a strong personality, profoundly spiritual and intuitive, and loves being surrounded by people. A few strong women with this name are Russian filmmaker Esfir Ilyinichna Shub and legendary pilot and pioneer Esfir Glatman.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

star

Origin

Russian variation of Esther, Persian

Numerology

E is for endear, all those you touch.

S is for secret, that you can certainly keep.

F is for festive, the youth of your spirit.

I is for intense, your zest of living.

R is for realist, the way you are.

Lucky

Esfir lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!