Emerald

Girl's name

Emerald is derived from the Greek word "smaragdos," meaning green gemstone. It is also associated with the vibrant green color of the gemstone itself.

Meaning Green gemstone
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 396 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Names Starting With E

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Emerald Fennell - Actress, writer, director, "Promising Young Woman"
  • Emerald Rose Lewis - Actress, "The L Word"
  • Emerald O'Brien - Actress, "The Young and the Restless"

Sisters for Emerald

Girl names closely related to Emerald

Maddison Allison Emilee Katherine Adelynn Bellamy Adelyn Maria

Brothers for Emerald

Boy names closely related to Emerald

Zachariah Tony Josiah Alijah Axel Royce Ace Elijah

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Emerald

Giada Jada Jade Jaeda Jaida Jayda Jayde

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