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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DYE-muhnd //ˈdaɪ.mənd//
Origin: English; Greek
Meaning: English: precious stone; Greek: invincible
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Diamond derives from the Greek word 'adamas,' meaning 'unconquerable' or 'invincible.' This term was adopted into Latin as 'adamans,' which referred to the hardest substance known at the time, the diamond gemstone. The transition into Old French as 'diamant' further solidified its association with strength and durability.
The name entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, around the 14th century, as a direct borrowing from Old French, reflecting the gemstone's esteemed qualities and its symbolic significance in various cultures. Historically, diamonds have been associated with wealth, power, and purity, often used in royal regalia and significant artifacts.
Notable historical milestones include their mention in ancient texts, such as the Bible, where they are referenced as symbols of divine strength and beauty. In the 1st century, the Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder noted the diamond's unique properties, contributing to its legendary status.
The name Diamond has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, including saints and monarchs, which further cemented its cultural significance. Culturally, the name Diamond resonates with themes of resilience and brilliance, often linked to the idea of enduring love and commitment, particularly in the context of diamond engagement rings.
This association has roots in the belief that diamonds possess protective qualities, making them a popular choice for talismans and jewelry. The name has also inspired various diminutive forms and related names, such as Dima or Dia, which have emerged in different cultures, reflecting the name's adaptability and enduring appeal.
Famous people named Diamond
In this section, you will find notable people named Diamond. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Diamond who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Diamond who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Diamond Dallas Page is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WCW, WWE, and for creating the DDP Yoga fitness program.
Diamond White is a singer and actress best known for her role in The Lion Guard, and for competing on The X Factor USA.
Diamond Platnumz is a musician best known for his hit songs like 'Jeje', 'Inama', and 'African Beauty'.
Diamond Reynolds is an activist best known for her role in documenting the aftermath of the police shooting of Philando Castile.
Fictional characters named Diamond
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Diamond Tiara is a fictional character from the animated series My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. She is a wealthy and somewhat antagonistic schoolmate of the main characters, often seen as a bully but later experiences character growth.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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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 #316 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, Illinois, California, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Diamond has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Diamond is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Diamond was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Diamond.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 131 | 37 | 94 |
| 2024 | 185 | 56 | 129 |
| 2023 | 173 | 43 | 130 |
| 2022 | 187 | 54 | 133 |
| 2021 | 196 | 42 | 154 |
| 2020 | 201 | 36 | 165 |
| 2019 | 226 | 34 | 192 |
| 2018 | 243 | 25 | 218 |
| 2017 | 257 | 30 | 227 |
| 2016 | 262 | 34 | 228 |
| 2015 | 299 | 35 | 264 |
| 2014 | 330 | 22 | 308 |
| 2013 | 416 | 21 | 395 |
| 2012 | 364 | 17 | 347 |
| 2011 | 391 | 28 | 363 |
| 2010 | 495 | 32 | 463 |
| 2009 | 638 | 20 | 618 |
| 2008 | 734 | 28 | 706 |
| 2007 | 941 | 29 | 912 |
| 2006 | 1,081 | 28 | 1,053 |
| 2005 | 1,084 | 27 | 1,057 |
| 2004 | 1,253 | 30 | 1,223 |
| 2003 | 1,444 | 44 | 1,400 |
| 2002 | 1,613 | 34 | 1,579 |
| 2001 | 2,001 | 56 | 1,945 |
| 2000 | 2,125 | 44 | 2,081 |
| 1999 | 2,210 | 50 | 2,160 |
| 1998 | 1,999 | 80 | 1,919 |
| 1997 | 1,754 | 78 | 1,676 |
| 1996 | 1,781 | 84 | 1,697 |
| 1995 | 1,769 | 87 | 1,682 |
| 1994 | 1,887 | 101 | 1,786 |
| 1993 | 1,611 | 89 | 1,522 |
| 1992 | 1,397 | 96 | 1,301 |
| 1991 | 918 | 92 | 826 |
| 1990 | 661 | 70 | 591 |
| 1989 | 525 | 70 | 455 |
| 1988 | 392 | 56 | 336 |
| 1987 | 307 | 47 | 260 |
| 1986 | 211 | 47 | 164 |
| 1985 | 187 | 48 | 139 |
| 1984 | 135 | 36 | 99 |
| 1983 | 111 | 25 | 86 |
| 1982 | 121 | 31 | 90 |
| 1981 | 80 | 24 | 56 |
| 1980 | 88 | 29 | 59 |
| 1979 | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| 1978 | 74 | 19 | 55 |
| 1977 | 53 | 17 | 36 |
| 1976 | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| 1975 | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| 1974 | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| 1973 | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| 1972 | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| 1971 | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1969 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1968 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| 1966 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1963 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1961 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| 1959 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1956 | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1950 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1949 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1947 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1945 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1942 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1936 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1932 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1931 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1929 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1927 | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| 1926 | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| 1925 | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| 1924 | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| 1923 | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| 1922 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 1921 | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| 1920 | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| 1919 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1918 | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| 1917 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| 1916 | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| 1915 | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| 1913 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1912 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1910 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1909 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1897 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Diamond (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |