Gemstone baby names: 60 birthstone-inspired names full of sparkle and meaning

Inspired by celebrity psychic and astrologer Inbaal Honigman's insights, which we've included below, we've gathered 60 meaningful baby names based on the 12 birthstones.

January birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Garnet

These names reflect garnet's deep red hues and associations with strength and safeguarding.

1. Garnet – English origin; means "dark red gem"
2. Rhodon – Greek origin; means "rose" (linked to rhodonite)
3. Scarlett – English origin; means "red"
4. Eira – Welsh origin; means "snow"
5. Jarrett – Germanic origin; means "spear strength"

February birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Amethyst

Calm, wise and purple-inspired, these names embody amethyst’s tranquil essence.

6. Amethyst – Greek origin; means "not intoxicated"
7. Sage – Latin origin; means "wise"
8. Violet – Latin origin; means "purple"
9. Pax – Latin origin; means "peace"
10. Thea – Greek origin; means "goddess; godly"

March birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Aquamarine

With ties to the sea, these names convey serenity and quiet bravery.

11. Aqua – Latin origin; means "water"
12. Marin – Latin origin; means "of the sea"
13. Caspian – Place name; associated with the Caspian Sea
14. Mira – Latin/Sanskrit origin; means "wonder" or "ocean"
15. Conway – Welsh origin; means "holy river"

April birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Diamond

These names shine with clarity, resilience and elegance.

16. Diamond – Greek origin; from "adamas" meaning "unbreakable"
17. Crystal – Greek origin; means "ice; clear"
18. Adamas – Greek origin; means "invincible, untamed"
19. Alaric – Germanic origin; means "all-powerful ruler"
20. Lux – Latin origin; means "light"

May birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Emerald

Think lush green growth, springtime and insight with these gem-like names.

21. Emerald – English origin; from Greek "smaragdos" meaning "green gem"
22. Esme – French origin; means "esteemed; beloved"
23. Viridian – Latin origin; means "green"
24. Forest – English origin; means "woods"
25. Sage – Latin origin; means "wise"

June birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Pearl

Soft, vintage and glowing with meaning, these names echo pearl's quiet strength.

26. Pearl – Latin origin; from "perla" meaning "pearl"
27. Lily – Latin origin; means "pure"
28. Alba – Latin origin; means "white; bright"
29. Whitman – English origin; means "white man"
30. Opaline – French origin; means "resembling opal"

July birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Ruby

Ruby-themed names pulse with passion, confidence and heart.

31. Ruby – Latin origin; from "ruber" meaning "red"
32. Rubeus – Latin origin; means "reddish"
33. Scarlett – English origin; means "red"
34. Phoenix – Greek origin; means "reborn; dark red"
35. Carmine – Latin origin; means "red"

August birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Peridot

Bright and hopeful, these names are full of green energy and good luck.

36. Peri – Hebrew/Greek origin; means "fruit; fairy"
37. Olive – Latin origin; means "olive tree"
38. Prosper – Latin origin; means "fortunate; successful"
39. Enid – Welsh origin; means "soul; life"
40. Felix – Latin origin; means "happy; lucky"

September birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Sapphire

From deep blues to ancient wisdom, sapphire-inspired names offer gravitas.

41. Sapphire – Hebrew/Greek origin; means "blue gem"
42. Blue – English origin; color name
43. Sophia – Greek origin; means "wisdom"
44. Asa – Hebrew origin; means "healer"
45. Indigo – Greek origin; means "Indian dye plant"

October birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Opal

Ethereal and artistic, these names sparkle with imagination.

46. Opal – Sanskrit origin; means "precious gem"
47. Iris – Greek origin; means "rainbow"
48. Elio – Italian/Spanish origin; means "sun"
49. Nova – Latin origin; means "new"
50. Dream – English origin; means "vision; aspiration"

November birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Topaz

Warm and golden, these names radiate happiness and fullness.

51. Topaz – Greek origin; possibly means "fire"
52. Aurelia – Latin origin; means "golden"
53. Felix – Latin origin; means "happy; lucky"
54. Sunny – English origin; means "sunshine; cheerful"
55. Joya – Spanish origin; means "jewel"

December birthstone baby names

Birthstone: Turquoise

Cool, calming and uplifting, these names bring peace and promise.

56. Turquoise – French origin; means "Turkish stone"
57. Azura – Spanish origin; means "sky blue"
58. Neo – Greek origin; means "new"
59. Boone – French origin; means "blessing"
60. Cyan – Greek origin; means "blue-green"

Tips from the expert: Inbaal Honigman on the power of jewel names

Celebrity psychic and astrologer Inbaal Honigman believes jewel-inspired names are far more than pretty or trendy — they hold deep spiritual resonance and timeless symbolism.

“All names carry a spiritual weight to them,” she explained to Diamonds Factory Ireland. “The name Emerald may simply mean ‘green gem’, but green itself carries a wealth of meaning. It represents nature, growth and success. It’s also the colour of the heart chakra, and for some, the colour of money. A jewel name can give a baby everlasting blessings, because jewels are so long-lasting.”

And while some parents might not follow spiritual traditions, Inbaal believes gemstone names can still offer their own kind of magic: “Naming a child after anything valuable links them with that value. Even if you’re not spiritually inclined, simply liking the sound, meaning or history of a jewel name is enough. Spiritual luck and protection come included.”

However, she does advise taking time to understand the full story behind a name. “I’d encourage parents to look into the history of a gemstone before bestowing it on a child. Take ‘Amethyst’ — it means ‘not drunk’ and is traditionally associated with clarity and common sense. So you might want to consider whether a name linked to drunkenness is right for your little one!”

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