Nature, Place and Word Names
Jewel and Gemstone Baby Names
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Kessler
German surname
"coppersmith"
An interesting new surname option, derived from the German word for "kettle". Kes would make for a cool short form.
Kin
Japanese
"gold; pleasure; close; average"
As with all Japanese names, the meaning of Kin changes depending on which kanji are used.
Kito
Swahili
"precious jewel"
An energetic African name with a stylish o ending.
Kohaku
Japanese
"amber"
Masculine name with a gem meaning.
Lapis
Persian
"azure blue stone"
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…
Larimar
Gemstone name
The discoverer of this lovely bright blue gemstone named it after his daughter Larissa and the sea (mar), hence Larimar. A lovely name which could be a great alternative to Larissa, Lara and other…
Lazuli
Persian place name
Now deeply associated with the gemstone Lapis Lazuli, Lazuli is derived from one of the places where the stone was first mined. The word Lazuli is the root for words like azure. Lapis Lazuli is a…
Lulit
Amharic
"pearl"
A sweet Lu- name with a gemstone meaning, Lulit is predominately used in Ethiopia and by those with Ethiopian heritage.
Malachite
Gemstone name
There aren't many gemstone names that are firmly masculine but Malachite is one of these. The gemstone is a rich green colour and is often used for decorative sculptures. The name is thought to…
Marguerite
French variation of Margaret; also a flower name
"pearl; daisy"
Marguerite is a classic French name with a remnant of old-fashioned Gallic charm; and is also a variety of daisy. Chic again in Paris, it's definitely ripe for revival here. Another reason you might…
Marjani
Swahili from Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit
"coral; cleansing, purification"
A name with the kind of pan-cultural feel that's in vogue now... and forever, it is both a Swahili name meaning "coral", ultimately from the Arabic marjan , and a Hindi name, meaning "purification".…
Mercury
Latin
"Roman messenger god"
Adventurous parents are starting to look back to names of ancient gods like Mercury, Zeus, and Apollo. This one is also a planet and a metallic element, and has a friendly nickname, Merc. The Roman…
Ngoc
Variation of Ngọc, Vietnamese
"jade"
Popular unisex choice in Vietnam.
Ngọc
Vietnamese
"jade"
Popular choice in Vietnam, where it is used for both sexes.
Neel
Variation of Neil, Scottish, Diminutive of Cornelius, Dutch, Sanskrit
"cloud; horn; sapphire blue"
A truly culture crossing name, Neel can be considered: a Sanskrit gemstone with a bright blue hue; an alternative, phonetic spelling of the Scottish Neil, ultimately from the cloudy Irish Niall; an…
Neelam
Hindi
"blue sapphire"
It is said that if one wears a flawless blue sapphire, it can remove poverty and provide health, wealth, long life, happiness and prosperity.
Obsidian
English word name
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…
Olivine
Latin
"olive"
A gem named for its green hue.
Ophir
Hebrew
Biblical place name and masculine given name in the Old Testament.
Ophira
Hebrew
"gold"
Feminine form of Ophir, a Biblical place name famed for its riches.