Alternatives to Gemma

Gemelle

Latin

"twin"

A feminine form of Gemellus, ultimately derived from the Latin germinus meaning "twin", this name might work for a Gemini baby, or as an alternative to Gemma.

Gemmina

Gemmina is a delicate feminine name with Italian and Latin roots. It likely developed as an elaboration of Gemma, which means 'gem' or 'precious stone' in Latin. The '-ina' suffix adds a diminutive…

Libby

English, diminutive of Elizabeth

"pledged to God"

Through all the years when Betty, Betsy, Beth, Liz, and Lizzie were the Elizabethan nicknames of choice, the bubblier Libby was set aside, but today it may be the most modern of all—it has already…

Jemima

Hebrew

"dove; daytime"

Jemima, the name of a strong and beautiful Biblical daughter of Job, has long been among the chicest choices of aristocratic Brits, and has since shifted to be used more generally too, replacing…