Jewel
je-wel
US Popularity:1995
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Precious gem
Jewel is a gender-neutral name of French and English origin, meaning “precious gem.” Just as Lily and Rose charm the botanicals, Jewel is sure to delight the goldsmiths. Let your gem of a baby know their worth with this unique name, sitting closely beside their sisters Ruby, Pearl, and Diamond. With a name like this, baby Jewel is sure to be parent’s most prized possession and dazzling light in life.
Jewel Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jewel is currently #2464 on The Bump
Boy:Jewel is currently #1707 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jewel is currently #1995 in U.S. births
Boy:Jewel is currently #11764 in U.S. births
Girl:Jewel is currently #2141 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#2141
in 2022
+ 179
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 170
Behind the Name, Jewel, January 2019
Merriam-Webster, jewel
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'jewel'
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