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    Boy Names That Mean Jewels & Gems

    281 names with meanings and origins.

    Jewel names (Ratna, Moti, Heera, Mani, Pearl, Esmeralda) describe a child as precious and are popular for girls.

    Top picks

    1. Bo — “Precious; waves”
    2. Tanish — “Ambition; jewel”
    3. Nadir — “Rare; precious”
    4. Bao — “Treasure; precious”
    5. Wei — “Great, precious”
    6. Beryl — “Green jewel; derived from the precious stone beryl, a gemstone of varying colors; often yellow-green. famous references - twentieth century british actress and comedienne beryl reid; the biblical eighth foundation stone of the wall of new jerusalem was beryl”
    7. Fairoze — “Fairoze means "turquoise precious stone," suggesting something rare and valuable. Your child, like a precious gem, is truly cherished and beautiful.”
    8. Garnet — “An English name referring to the dark red gemstone or a keeper of grain. It is often associated with the pomegranate due to the stone's color.”
    9. Ercole — “A male name of Greek origin meaning gift from god, representing a precious and divine blessing.”
    10. Esme — “Emerald; an old french variant of the latin aestimatus meaning esteemed, or amatus meaning loved”
    • Unisex · English · “An English and Arabic name meaning eye. It figuratively implies someone who is as precious as sight.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Rooted in Sanskrit, this name means 'jewel,' 'gold,' or 'ornament.' it signifies something precious and highly decorative.”

    • Boy · African · “A strong name meaning security deposit, symbolizing something treasured and held in trust, precious and valuable.”

    • Unisex · English · “Ruler of the jewels; a jewel-quality fossilized resin; as a color the name refers to a warm honey shade”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name carries a sweet and meaningful sentiment, signifying the 'dowry of the people,' suggesting a precious gift to the community.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Amuthan is derived from the word amurtham. this means the purity. it is the precious one”

    • Boy · Scottish · “This name carries a legendary and noble aura, meaning 'keeper of the grail,' symbolizing protection of something precious.”

    • Boy · English · “Diamond pattern; from the land of the irish; from the land of the gauls”

    • Unisex · Indian · “A unisex name of Indian origin meaning precious or unique, used to describe someone who is rare and highly valued.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning Lord of the Rings, signifying a master or ruler over precious cyclical elements.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Dear; beloved; respected; esteemed; precious; powerful; rare;”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Derived from Sanskrit, this name refers to the Hindu deity Lord Hanuman. It literally translates to one with limbs as hard as a diamond.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “This unisex Sanskrit name translates to young jewel, signifying someone who is youthful and highly valued.”

    • Unisex · Chinese · “Treasure; precious”

    • Unisex · Greek · “Green jewel; derived from the precious stone beryl, a gemstone of varying colors; often yellow-green. famous references - twentieth century british actress and comedienne beryl reid; the biblical eighth foundation stone of the wall of new jerusalem was beryl”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Rooted in Sanskrit, this name translates to an excellent pearl, implying something precious and of high quality.”

    • Boy · Chinese · “Precious; waves”

    • Unisex · English · “A carved gem portrait; sculptured jewel; shadow portrait”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Derived from chand, shining moon; a gem related to moon, moon”

    • Unisex · Indian · “A unisex Indian name that translates to a precious or flawless gem, symbolizing high value and purity.”

    • Unisex · Indian · “An Indian unisex name meaning precious words or flawless. It signifies someone whose speech is of high value and perfect quality.”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of Tamil origin meaning an intelligent or thoughtful person. It describes a precious youth who possesses great mental clarity.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Philosopher's stone, a wishing stone ( gem )”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Meaning crest jewel in Sanskrit, this name signifies the best or most excellent among others, like a jewel in a crown.”

    • Unisex · Spanish · “A clear brilliant glass; diminutive of christopher; a jewel name from the english word crystal, referring to crystal glass, based on the greek krustallos meaning ice. also a variant of christiana, meaning follower of christ”

    • Boy · Greek · “Damyan, from Damian, means 'tame.' This lovely name suggests a calm, gentle, and disciplined nature for your precious child.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Dark; pearl; diminutive of darby: place where deer graze”

    • Unisex · Irish · “Darian is a lovely name derived from Darin. It's a simple yet elegant choice, perfect for your precious child.”

    • Boy · Irish · “Great; variant of darren: great; precious present”

    • Boy · Greek · “Demetri is a lovely name, signifying a precious 'gift from Demeter,' bringing blessings and warmth to your family.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit, this name means jewel or gem from God. It represents a divine gift or a precious stone sent from the heavens.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning gift or present. It represents a child who is seen as a precious blessing given to the family.”

    • Unisex · Arabic · “A large or precious pearl; name of a sahaabi (ra); pearl”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit male name meaning the sun or the sky jewel; it is also an epithet for Lord Shiva.”

    • Boy · Greek · “A male name of Greek origin meaning gift from god, representing a precious and divine blessing.”

    • Unisex · Greek · “Emerald; an old french variant of the latin aestimatus meaning esteemed, or amatus meaning loved”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Derived from fakhir, excellent proud; excellent; precious; honourable; proud, excellent”

    • Boy · African · “Fairoze means "turquoise precious stone," suggesting something rare and valuable. Your child, like a precious gem, is truly cherished and beautiful.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “One of a kind; derived from farid, unique alone; singular; unique; precious; a precious pearl; unique; unique, incomparable”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name referring to the dark red gemstone or a keeper of grain. It is often associated with the pomegranate due to the stone's color.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name that signifies a diamond, gemstone, or something of precious and noble quality.”

    • Unisex · German · “A German name meaning pearl, commonly used as a short form or abbreviation of the name Margaret.”

    • Boy · English · “Harkahome, meaning 'little robe', is a tender and unique name for your precious child.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A unisex name of Sanskrit origin meaning diamond. It symbolizes someone who is exalted, valuable, and unbreakable like a gemstone.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning gold. It is also associated with Lord Buddha and represents something precious, bright, and highly valued.”

    • Unisex · African · “A name of African origin that means gift, grant, or donation. it is often used to signify that a child is a precious blessing.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning a precious metal, wealth, or gold. It symbolizes prosperity and high value.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Another name of lord shiva; sapphire; blue stone”

    • Unisex · English · “From the kings island; violet; purple jewel; legendary king of france; dove. also the name of a scottish island”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex name of English origin used as a homage to the country of Ireland. It celebrates the heritage and landscape of the Emerald Isle.”

    • Unisex · Arabic · “This Arabic name refers to a precious tree or a beautiful garden in heaven.”

    • Unisex · Spanish · “Green gemstone; the name of a semi-precious stone”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Gem pearl; diamond; gem; jewel; pearl; the essence of anything; gem, jewel”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A unisex name of Sanskrit origin that refers to precious stones, gems, or jewels.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning 'jewel' or 'gem'. It represents something precious, valuable, and of high quality.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name referring to a precious stone. It is often used to describe someone who is highly valued, rare, and brings joy.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Gold, Bright, Beautiful, Berry, Precious”

    • Unisex · Arabic · “A silver pearl; pearl; name of a companion”

    • Boy · Indian · “Desire, Lovely, Spring, Lover, Beautiful, Husband, Moon, A precious stone, Vishnu”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A unisex Sanskrit name meaning gold or the name of a sage. It denotes something precious, pure, and highly valued.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name referring to the legendary gem worn by Lord Vishnu. It is considered a symbol of divine beauty and spiritual wealth.”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name referring to the Kaustubha, a divine jewel worn by Lord Vishnu. It represents wealth and divine protection.”

    • Boy · English · “Keddrick is a wonderful name meaning 'gift of splendor', a beautiful form of Cedric for your precious child.”

    • Boy · English · “Kedric is a wonderful name meaning 'gift of splendor', a beautiful form of Cedric for your precious child.”

    • Boy · English · “Kedrick is a wonderful name meaning 'gift of splendor', a beautiful form of Cedric for your precious child.”

    • Unisex · Japanese · “A Japanese name meaning golden. It can also refer to the top of a cliff, blending precious metal imagery with natural landscape.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This male name of Sanskrit origin translates to the jewel in the crown. It represents a precious and central element of royal regalia.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Art of setting precious stones; gold; purified gold”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning the best among its kind or a precious jewel.”

    • Boy · Indian · “It means, Precious part of mothers heart”

    • Unisex · Irish · “Pearl; abbreviation of margaret. a pearl; scottish form of margaret: pearl”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Ron; brightness; coyote; may. in roman mythology maia: (source of the month may) was goddess of spring growth; scottish form of margaret: pearl”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name signifies a precious gem and is found in the sacred Buddhist mantra Om Mani Padme Hum.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “An ornament of jewels, very best jewel; supreme gem”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A mythical snake with jewel in its hood; snake with jewel in its hood”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning diamond or 'lord of the mind', symbolizing brilliance and mental strength.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Derived from Sanskrit, this name translates to a jewel of a person, denoting high value.”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English name derived from the French Margerie, ultimately meaning a pearl.”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name meaning gem of the enchanting fields, typically used for males.”

    • Unisex · English · “Month name; from mary; diminutive of mary: wished-for child; rebellion; bitter; scottish form of margaret: pearl; old arabic name”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “In a Sanskrit context, this name means king of clouds. It is also widely known in Welsh as a form of Margaret, meaning pearl.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Fruit; a precious stone; gift, achievement”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Means a pearl in telugu; liberated, pearl; pearl”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Freedom giver, mercury ( element ), jewel, vishnu, krishna; lord krishna; lord krishna, precious stone”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name meaning one who is as handsome as a gem. It combines terms for beauty and precious stones.”

    • Unisex · Indian · “Muthu is a unisex Indian name, particularly common in Tamil culture, meaning pearl or gem. It signifies something precious, beautiful, and rare like a jewel.”

    • Boy · Indian · “This Indian name is a combination of the words for pearl and bull. It symbolizes something precious and strong.”

    • Unisex · Indian · “Muthumani is a unisex Indian name that translates to pearl gem. It combines two words for precious stones, symbolizing a child who is deeply valued and cherished.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning dear, rare, and precious. It describes something or someone that is uniquely valuable and hard to find.”

    • Boy · African · “An African name derived from Nayab, meaning rare or precious. It describes someone unique and of high value.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “The sun; jewel of the sky ( sun); jewel of the sky (sun)”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Rare; precious”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Derived from nafis, precious exquisite; refined; pure; choice; exquisite; pureness, pure”

    • Boy · African · “This name, used in Arabic and African contexts, means precious or exquisite, denoting something of high value.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A unisex name of Arabic origin meaning a gift or a surprise. It symbolizes the joy of receiving something new and precious.”

    • Boy · African · “Nayab is a beautiful name, meaning 'rare, precious', perfectly capturing how truly special and unique your child is.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Sapphire; emerald; blue sapphire; a blue -jewel”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name refers to a jewel or specifically Lord Vishnu. It literally translates to 'blue throat,' a title for a powerful deity.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Lotus; a lotus; born from water (lotus, pearl)”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Lotus flower; born from water ( eg lotus flower, pearl ); born from water (lotus flower, pearl)”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name given to boys, signifying someone who is as brilliant and precious as a pearl.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Ohad means 'Praising confessing,' a name that evokes a spirit of thankfulness and openhearted honesty for your precious child.”

    • Unisex · Indian · “Precious gem; opal (precious stone). jewel names became popular in the 19th century”

    • Unisex · English · “Otha suggests a precious 'little wealthy one.' It’s a warm name implying prosperity, abundance, and a treasured place in your family, bringing richness to your lives.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that refers to a precious green emerald or a jewel.”

    • Unisex · Spanish · “A gem of the sea; pearl (after the name of the semi-precious jewel)”

    • Unisex · Spanish · “Jewel; diminutive of pearl: pearl (after the name of the semi-precious jewel)”

    • Unisex · Indian · “An Indian name meaning precious or beautiful gem, often used to describe something of great value.”

    • Boy · Indian · “This Indian name signifies something as precious as gold, often used to denote a child who is highly valued by their family.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit male name refers to a yellow jewel, specifically identifying the topaz gemstone.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name signifies feelings of ecstasy, rapture, or a joyful smile. It is also associated with a precious gem.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means silver or sovereignty. It links the precious metal to ideas of royalty, excellence, and supreme power.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Behold; joy, jewel, to gaze, look; to gaze; look; to gaze”

    • Boy · African · “Ranyshia sweetly means 'Pretty little angel,' a tender and affectionate name for your precious and beautiful child.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning a mine of jewels, often used as a poetic name for the ocean.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “G od of jewels ( kuber); god of jewels (kuber)”

    • Boy · Indian · “Reeya means 'Gem,' signifying something precious, sparkling, and highly valued.”

    • Unisex · English · “Taking its name from the vibrant red gemstone, this English name symbolizes a precious jewel and deep red color.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Sakeri means "Remembered by God." This beautiful name signifies a precious life, eternally cherished.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Soft natured, gentle; handsome; mild, pearl, durga”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name has a unique historical resonance, meaning 'treasurer of a tooth,' suggesting something precious and valued.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name refers to a jewel worn on the head or a crest jewel. It denotes someone who is the best or most distinguished in their class.”

    • Boy · English · “Shiye means "Son; son (Navajo)." This name beautifully celebrates the precious bond of a son.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A unisex name of Hebrew origin that translates to 'this gift' or simply a present, representing a precious offering.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name carries meanings ranging from a precious treasure or prize to one who listens attentively.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This magnificent name means 'Lord of the golden city,' suggesting regality and splendor for your precious child.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Derived from Sanskrit, this name refers to a mythical and powerful jewel associated with Lord Vishnu in Hindu tradition.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A unisex name of Sanskrit origin meaning crown or jewel. It is famously associated with the Taj Mahal, symbolizing enduring beauty and royalty.”

    • Unisex · Japanese · “Taji is a surname meaning 'silver and yellow color'. A bright and precious name for your baby.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Ambition; jewel”

    • Unisex · Indian · “An Indian name of Tamil origin meaning 'gold' or 'precious.' It is frequently used to denote something or someone of great value.”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name representing a person who is both precious and highly resourceful.”

    • Boy · Indian · “A name of Indian origin that literally translates to 'golden pearl,' signifying something precious and highly valued.”

    • Boy · Indian · “A name of Indian origin that translates to golden king, signifying someone precious and royal.”

    • Boy · Indian · “This wonderful name, meaning 'God Venkateswaran,' evokes a sense of sacred beauty and divine protection for your precious child.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means one with a diamond-like body, signifying extreme strength, hardness, and durability.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name describing a person who possesses arms as strong and powerful as a thunderbolt or diamond.”

    • Boy · Indian · “This Indian name honors the god Venkateswara. The suffix suggests a pearl, signifying a person who is a pearl of the divine.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name for boys meaning significant or a jewel among those who are victorious.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that translates to a pure jewel or a clear crystal, symbolizing transparency and virtue.”

    • Unisex · Chinese · “Great, precious”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name referring to Lord Vishnu, the Lord of sacrifice. It is sometimes associated with the vibrant green color of an emerald.”

    • Unisex · English · “Zulekha is a beautiful name meaning 'precious' and 'brilliant beauty,' reflecting a truly cherished and radiant individual.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Jewel.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Precious like God”

    • Boy · Indian · “Jewel, Gods treasure”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Handsome gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Handsome gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Handsome gem.”

    • Boy · English · “A gift from god, precious.”

    • Unisex · Arabic · “Diamond.”

    • Unisex · Tamil · “Lovely gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Intelligent gem.”

    • Unisex · Tamil · “Blessed gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Diamond.”

    • Unisex · African · “Precious one.”

    • Boy · Indian · “With strength of diamond, Lord Hanuman”

    • Boy · Bengali · “Jewel.”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Excellent Pearl; Truthful”

    • Boy · Indian · “Precious, Rare”

    • Boy · Vietnamese · “Pearl.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Precious gem”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious pearl.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · Korean · “Precious.”

    • Unisex · Tamil · “Little gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Little pearl.”

    • Boy · English · “Gem cutter.”

    • Boy · English · “Precious gemstone”

    • Boy · Slavic · “Precious and peaceful.”

    • Boy · Slavic · “Precious fame.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “A precious.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Precious.”

    • Boy · English · “Gem.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Well known gem”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “One who is a gem of good characters”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Jewel of virtue.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Powerful, Power, Diamond, Darkness”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Diamond.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Emerald.”

    • Boy · English · “God has heard;precious stone”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Jewel.”

    • Boy · English · “Jet black gem.”

    • Unisex · French · “Precious gem.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Precious.”

    • Boy · English · “Precious.”

    • Unisex · French · “Jewel.”

    • Unisex · Tamil · “Gem of arts.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Gem of arts.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Necklace jewel.”

    • Boy · African · “A jewel.”

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