Latin

Vesta

Pronounced VES-tuhShare

Meaning: Name of the Roman hearth goddess; probably related to Hestia

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Vesta is the Roman goddess of the hearth. Her name is probably related to Greek Hestia, hearth or fireside, but keeper of the home fire describes her role rather than a literal translation.

Nicknames

  • Vee
  • Vess

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Vesta comes from Latin.

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