Solid as a Rock Names
- Beryl
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"sea-green jewel"Description:
Dated British favorite that never caught on in this country, where Jade remains the green gem of choice. Interesting namesakes: British writer Beryl Bainbridge and British aviatrix Beryl Markham.
- Tala
Origin:
Persian, Arabic, Tagalog, Samoan, ScandinavianMeaning:
"gold; turmeric; star; story; noble"Description:
Tala is a super multicultural name with roots in many diverse languages and cultures. In Northern Europe, especially in Scandinavia, it is a diminutive derived from Adelheid "noble", long used as a standalone name.
- Axton
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"sword stone"Description:
Macho to the max. But with the rise of x as a fashionable letter anywhere it appears in a name, ala Jaxson or Maxon, we may be hearing more of Axton.
- Amethyst
Origin:
Gem and Color nameDescription:
As flower names become more unique, so can gem names move beyond Ruby and Pearl to names like Topaz, Sapphire, and Peridot. Amethyst, the purple birthstone for February, has never been in the Top 1000, but could have some appeal, joining similarly-hued Violet and Lilac, all of which make great names for Aquarius babies or names for February babies.
- Cephas
Origin:
AramaicMeaning:
"rock"Description:
The apostle Simon was called Cephas by Jesus because he was to be the rock upon which the Christian church was to be built. In most versions of the New Testament, Cephas is translated into Petros in Greek, Peter in English.
- Peridot
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"a green gemstone"Description:
Peridot is the gem of the month of August, a vibrant green mineral, said to be good for helping people put the past behind them, and an interesting, undiscovered jewel name. It was regarded in ancient times as the symbol of the sun.
- Topaz
Origin:
Greek gem nameDescription:
As a name, Topaz is a quietly used option, with a distinctive ending and a sleek but sassy feel. As a golden gemstone, it is said to have energizing properties and bring good luck to those who wear it. It is also the the birthstone for November, making it an ideal choice for a spirited November baby.
- Garnet
Origin:
Jewel name, from the FrenchMeaning:
"pomegranate"Description:
One of the jewel names in use a hundred years ago, due for revival along with sisters Ruby and Pearl.
- Turquoise
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"Turkish stone"Description:
Turquoise is similar in hue to Aqua, which is one of the cool new color names on the palette. Other blue-hued options: Cerulean, Cyan, Indigo, or Blue itself.
- Kito
Origin:
SwahiliMeaning:
"precious jewel"Description:
An energetic African name with a stylish o ending.
- Porfirio
Origin:
Italian and Spanish from GreekMeaning:
"purple dye"Description:
This ancient saint's name was borne by the infamous midcentury playboy, Porfirio Rubirosa.
- Tamayo
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"generation jewel"Description:
Japanese name with a special crossover/creative touch via its association with the colorful paintings of acclaimed Mexican artist Rufino Tamayo.
- Takara
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"treasure, jewel"Description:
A lovely Japanese alternative to Tamara.
- Sten
Origin:
SwedishMeaning:
"a stone"Description:
Once a short form of names containing this syllable, it is now used on its own, though we'd prefer Sven.
- Charra
Origin:
GaelicMeaning:
"large stoneor rock"Description:
Rarely heard as a name; Chiara might be preferable.
- Ishi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"stone"Description:
Connotes a strong, solid character.
- Dorri
Description:
Dorri is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It can be viewed as a diminutive or variant spelling of Dorothy, derived from the Greek 'Dorothea' meaning 'gift of God.' Alternatively, it may be related to Dori, a Hebrew name meaning 'my generation.' The spelling with a double 'r' gives the name a distinctive flair while maintaining its soft, feminine sound. Dorri enjoyed modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains uncommon today. The name has a vintage charm that connects with the trend of reviving shorter, classic-sounding names. With its brief, accessible pronunciation and potential connections to meaningful roots, Dorri offers a simple yet distinctive option for parents seeking a name with subtle nostalgic appeal.
- Haldor
Origin:
NorseMeaning:
"Thor's stone"Description:
This, like many Norse and Scandinavian names, remains icebound, though with the unexpected rise of such ancient Scandinavian mythology names as Odin, Thor, and Freya, we may see Haldor rise again.
- Izusa
Origin:
Native AmericanMeaning:
"white stone"Description:
Highly unusual; could be confused with the Isuzu automotive brand.
- Agate
Origin:
French, a semiprecious stone, or variation of AgathaDescription:
Though it's French, most Americans would pronounce it as the stone.
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