US Popularity Rank: 1859

Origin: Spanish

Meaning: hope; expectation

Esperanza is a feminine name of Spanish origins that is sure to keep baby’s spirits high. Translating to “hope” or “expectation,” this name teaches baby that their dreams and desire deserve to come to fruition. If you’re a literature buff, this name may remind you of the Y.A. novel Esperanza Rising. In this book, the protagonist manages to keep their hopes up in the midst of being displaced during The Great Depression. No matter what obstacle or adversity they face, the name Esperanza will remind them of the light at the end of the tunnel.