Esme written in Chinese
埃斯梅 is the standard form used in translations, subtitles, and media for the foreign name Esme, but as a personal name in Chinese it sounds clearly transliterated rather than like a native given name.
3 real Chinese names for Esme
These are given names (the part after the family name) that echo the sound of Esme and read naturally to Chinese speakers.
1 · elegant
Yīméi
“gentle grace, rose-like beauty”
Yi-mei softly echoes the two beats of Esme, especially the light opening and the “-me” ending.
2 · classic
Yíměi
“pleasant and beautifully balanced”
Yi-mei gives a natural Chinese rhythm while keeping a close echo to the sound shape of Esme.
3 · warm
Yìméi
“bright spirit, plum-blossom poise”
Yi-mei is a smooth, native-sounding match that reflects Esme without feeling like a direct transliteration.
A nickname friends might use
梅梅 Méiméi: a sweet nickname using “plum blossom” and the mei sound.
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A full Chinese name puts the family name first: for example 林依玫 (Lín Yīméi). Many people choose a Chinese surname that sounds like their own last name, and a given name that carries the element their birth chart lacks.
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Esme is a name of Old French origin, from esmé, meaning “esteemed” or “beloved.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say Esme in Chinese?
The standard transliteration is 埃斯梅, pronounced Āisīméi. 埃斯梅 is the standard form used in translations, subtitles, and media for the foreign name Esme, but as a personal name in Chinese it sounds clearly transliterated rather than like a native given name.
What is a good Chinese name for Esme?
Natural options that echo the sound of Esme: 依玫 (Yīméi, “gentle grace, rose-like beauty”); 宜美 (Yíměi, “pleasant and beautifully balanced”); 奕梅 (Yìméi, “bright spirit, plum-blossom poise”). In a full Chinese name the family name comes first, followed by one of these given names.
How do you write Esme in Chinese characters?
As a transliteration: 埃斯梅. As a real Chinese given name: for example 依玫 (依 = gentle, close, tender, 玫 = rose, precious gem).
Can I use 埃斯梅 as my Chinese name?
You can, but Chinese speakers will read it as a foreign name. Most people who live, study or work with Chinese speakers prefer a short name with a Chinese family name and a meaningful given name.
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Pinyin generated from the characters; tones shown with marks. Updated 2026-11-05.