Diamond Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDYE-mond / /ˈdaɪ.mənd/English; French
Meaning
English: unbreakable; French: brilliant stone
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Diamond is derived from the Greek word 'adamas', meaning invincible or untamed. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century, often associated with the precious gemstone. Diamonds have historically symbolized strength, purity, and wealth, contributing to the name's appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Diamond has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Diamond was first seen in the United States in 1897. Diamond has ranked as high as #1136 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Diamond has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Diamond (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 31 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 36 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1987 | 47 |
| 1988 | 56 |
| 1989 | 70 |
| 1990 | 70 |
| 1991 | 92 |
| 1992 | 96 |
| 1993 | 89 |
| 1994 | 101 |
| 1995 | 87 |
| 1996 | 84 |
| 1997 | 78 |
| 1998 | 80 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 56 |