Jewel and Gemstone Baby Names
- Yari
Origin:
Spanish, HebrewMeaning:
"gold"Description:
The derivation and meaning of the Hebrew or Spanish names for girls Yari may be uncertain, but the name might get more attention thanks to its similarity to Yara, which means butterfly and is becoming more popular for baby girls throughout the Spanish-speaking world.
- Obsidian
Origin:
English word nameDescription:
This rarely used boys name is one of the few gem names for a boy. Obsidian is actually a type of volcanic glass, formed when lava cools very quickly. This ultra-cool name might spark a love of volcanoes and geology in a little boy.
- Adelite
Origin:
Gem name from GreekMeaning:
"indistinct"Description:
An unusual way to get to the nickname Addie.
- Citrine
Origin:
Gemstone nameDescription:
Citrine is a type of quartz named after its citrus-colored hues. if Amethyst, Jasper, and Onyx (all other types of quartz) can be used, why not Citrine, which has a lovely French-sounding suffix. Citrine is one of the many rare and attractive girl names starting with C.
- Olivine
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"olive"Description:
A gem named for its green hue.
- Carnelian
Origin:
Gemstone nameDescription:
Carnelian is an ochre-colored semi-precious gemstone, named after a type of cherry.
- Zariza
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"gold, brilliantly bright"Description:
Zariza is a unique name sure to appeal to Z lovers.
- Berilo
Origin:
Spanish, from GreekMeaning:
"beryl, pale green gemstone"Description:
A Latin name with a lot of tango flair.
- Perla
Origin:
Spanish variation of PearlDescription:
Consistently popular Latina gem name; good choice for those who can't shake Pearl's grandmotherly vibe.
- Neelam
Origin:
HindiMeaning:
"blue sapphire"Description:
It is said that if one wears a flawless blue sapphire, it can remove poverty and provide health, wealth, long life, happiness and prosperity.
- Lapis
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"azure blue stone"Description:
Out-of-the-ordinary gemstone name derived from lapis lazuli, which is said to enhance awareness and intellect, impart ancient wisdom and cure many ailments, making it an interesting possibility for a blue-eyed girl. Lazuli — or Azure or Blue — are other options.
- Oro
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"gold"Description:
Rare, with a gleaming, golden image.
- Agate
Origin:
French, a semiprecious stone, or variation of AgathaDescription:
Though it's French, most Americans would pronounce it as the stone.
- Heliodor
Origin:
Gemstone nameDescription:
Also known as green beryl, Heliodor is the name of a sun-kissed colored gemstone. The name is reminiscent of other -dor names such as Theodore, Esidore, Isidor, Landor, Salvador etc.
- Diamante
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"diamond"Description:
Diamante was a commonly-used feminine name among Italian Jews in the Middle Ages. Today, it's more popular for boys than girls in the US.
- Emeraude
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"Emerald"Description:
Gemstone names have a long history of use, from Ruby to Pearl. Emeraude is the French word for emerald. If the Spanish Esmeralda is stylish, why not Emeraude?
- Shale
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Slate, Stone and Steel are on the rise, so why not Shale?
- Kin
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"gold; pleasure; close; average"Description:
As with all Japanese names, the meaning of Kin changes depending on which kanji are used.
- Kessler
Origin:
German surnameMeaning:
"coppersmith"Description:
An interesting new surname option, derived from the German word for "kettle". Kes would make for a cool short form.
- Kohaku
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"amber"Description:
Masculine name with a gem meaning.