Emerald
English (Modern) · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Emerald
The name 'Emerald' means "green gemstone" and derives from the Old French *esmeraude*, via Latin *smaragdus*, from the Greek *smaragdos* ("green gem").
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Etymology
The name 'Emerald' means "green gemstone" and derives from the Old French *esmeraude*, via Latin *smaragdus*, from the Greek *smaragdos* ("green gem"). It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures as a modern given name, with no specific religious association, though it gained popularity in the 20th century as a virtue-inspired or nature-themed name.
Emerald currently ranks #741 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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