Esperanza (given name)
Esperanza is a female given name of Spanish origin, meaning "hope." It is derived from the Latin word sperare, meaning "to hope." The name is often given in reference to the Virgin Mary, under the title María Esperanza Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza (Mary Hope of Our Lady of Hope).
The name Esperanza is relatively common in Spanish-speaking countries and communities. It is also used to a lesser extent in other parts of the world.
Variants and Diminutives:
- Espe
- Spera
- Speranza (Italian)
- Esperança (Portuguese)
Notable People Named Esperanza:
- Esperanza Spalding, American jazz bassist, singer, and composer.
- Esperanza Aguirre, Spanish politician.
- Esperanza del Barrio, Spanish actress.