Mining For Gems
Gemstones and jewels have always been highly desirable, especially among women for their extravagantly shiny properties. Found on various jewelry emblems, most notably engagement rings, always manage to take our breath away. A customly crafted piece can make quite the statement piece. Parents have even taken it a step further, making a statement naming their children after these sought-out for stones.
In the 80’s Amber was one of the most popular gemstone names for girls. The name was given to over 16,000 girls alone in 1986.
Twenty years ago, Jade was the ‘it’ jewel for girls. Today, Jasper is the gem that shines bright for boys!
Some of the most precious names can be pulled out of the jewelry box will captivate their regal essence just like a timeless stone. Today we mined for the most rarest and most beautiful gemstone names of all time.
Agate - This semiprecious stone originally found at the River Achates in Sicily, could make for a French variant of Agatha. Agate is believed to represent universal good vibes, protect from negativity and stress.
Beryl - A Greek name meaning “sea-green jewel” has several British namesakes and was once a sought-out name here in America in the 1920’s.
Bijou - If choosing a single gemstone is overwhelming for you, choose a name that means “jewel”. French originated Bijou is a real jewel above the rest. A name with European flair that still remains unranked in America.
Carnelian - Doubling as a gemstone and a color name, Carnelian is an dark red colored gemstone named after a type of cherry.
Citrine - Named after it’s citrus colored hues, Citrine is a type of quartz stone used to represent birthdays during the month of November.
Emeraude - Emery meets Maude? Maybe so! This French take on Emerald has us growing green with envy wishing this was our name.
Garnet - The birthstone of January, the name Garnet means “Pomegranate” sharing it’s deep red color with the fruit. Garnet held a top 1,000 spot on the girls side from 1900-1944.
Iolite - Iolite’s blue hues vary under different lighting but it’s sophisticated sound remains timeless. This gemstone, which was once used as a compass by Vikings, would make for a surprising alternative to favorable Violet.
Joria - Meaning “to be an irreplaceable jewel”, Joria is a gorgeous choice for your irreplaceable daughter.
Kito - This Swahili name meaning “Precious Jewel” fits the O-ending trend O-mazingly.
Margot - One of the top trending French names gained recognition in America thanks to actress Margot Robbie. Margot originated as a pet form of Marguerite, derived from the Greek Margarites, meaning '“Pearl”. This name can also be spelt as Margo and Margaux.
Obsidian - One of the rarest names on our list may be highly favorable for geologists. This black stone is actually made from volcanic glass, formed when lava cools quickly.
Opal - Opal isn’t only the birthstone of October but also a feminine name with a longstanding placement at the top of the charts. Opal is considered to be a symbol of hope and good fortune.
Peridot - Another calendar gem, Peridot is the birthstone of August. This vibrant chartreuse hued stone is considered to be a symbol of the sun.
Rubina - Rubina is a variant of the popular Ruby. Ideal for a baby girl born during the month of July.
Rumi - Rumi is of Japanese origin meaning “beauty, flow and lapis lazuli” tied to the deep blue gemstone lapis, the stone of heaven.
Soraya - Made famous by an Iran empress, Soraya is a Persian name meaning ‘Jewel”; making for a unique alternative for 90’s baby Sarah.
Zircon - Meaning “Golden-hued” in Greek, the Zircon gemstone itself comes in a variety of colors symbolizing wisdom, prosperity, positivity, and spiritual protection.