Greek · girl
Emerald
A distinctive name with a calm, steady presence.
Meaning
The green gemstone, a precious jewel
Emerald is a rare girl name with Greek roots. In 2024, 396 newborns in the U.S. were given the name — ranking it #707 nationally, and its popularity has held steady in recent years. Its style leans classic — tags you can match against your partner's picks in the combiner.
About Greek names
Greek names reach back further than almost any tradition still in daily use, carrying philosophy, mythology, and early Christianity in equal measure. Their meanings tend toward the luminous — gift, light, wisdom, victory. Names like Alexander, Sophia, Theodore, and Penelope have moved through dozens of languages while staying recognizably themselves, which is part of why they feel both classic and current.
Meaning and origin are editorial; U.S. popularity comes from Social Security Administration public files.
Similar names
If you like Emerald, look at these
Greek · Shining light (Irish form of Helen)
#593 in 2024
Greek · Bright shining light
#45 in 2024
Greek · Light or bright one (short form of Eleanor)
#21 in 2024
Greek · Bright, shining light
#14 in 2024
Greek · Pure, a form of Katherine
#716 in 2024
Greek · Moon, the goddess of the moon
#674 in 2024