Esmae

Esmae is a phonetic spelling of Esme, a name with French roots commonly interpreted as “beloved” or “esteemed.” The ending mae makes the intended may sound more visible to English readers. It changes the spelling rather than creating a new name from Es and the independent name Mae.

Esme and Esmé are the closest comparisons, with the accent marking a distinction that is often omitted in English documents. Some speakers pronounce Esme with an ee ending, so Esmae can help communicate which sound a family intends. All of these forms belong to the same broader name family; choosing Esmae emphasizes pronunciation while retaining the affectionate meaning associated with that history.