Emerald Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Greek
Meaning
English: gemstone; Greek: green
Historical & Cultural Background
Emerald is derived from the Old French 'esmeralde' and the Latin 'smaragdus', both referring to the green gemstone. The emerald has been valued since antiquity, often associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. In various cultures, it is believed to bring good fortune and protect against evil. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Emerald has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Esmeralda, Amara, Emery, Evelyn, Elena, Emilia, Emma, Ella
Variants
- Emmy
- Emer
- Em
International Variants
- Esmeralda (Spanish)
- Émeraude (French)
- Smaragd (German)
Famous people named Emerald
Emerald Fennell is a British actress, director, and writer known for her work on the television series 'Killing Eve'.
Emerald Robinson is an American journalist recognized for her reporting on political issues.
Fictional characters named Emerald
Emerald is a character in the animated series 'RWBY', known for her role as a villain.
Emerald is a character in the video game 'Pokémon', featured as a version of the game.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emerald was first seen in the United States in 1904. Emerald has ranked as high as #972 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Emerald has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emerald (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 59 | |
| CA | 52 | |
| FL | 27 | |
| NY | 20 | |
| GA | 19 | |
| MO | 16 | |
| OH | 16 | |
| AZ | 11 | |
| WI | 10 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| WA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1981 | 68 |
| 1982 | 77 |
| 1983 | 66 |
| 1984 | 86 |
| 1985 | 87 |
| 1986 | 102 |
| 1987 | 112 |
| 1988 | 137 |
| 1989 | 161 |
| 1990 | 162 |
| 1991 | 196 |
| 1992 | 213 |
| 1993 | 200 |
| 1994 | 268 |
| 1995 | 229 |
| 1996 | 236 |
| 1997 | 213 |
| 1998 | 262 |
| 1999 | 233 |
| 2000 | 219 |
| 2001 | 226 |
| 2002 | 221 |
| 2003 | 186 |
| 2004 | 174 |
| 2005 | 177 |
| 2006 | 174 |
| 2007 | 155 |
| 2008 | 143 |
| 2009 | 161 |
| 2010 | 123 |
| 2011 | 126 |
| 2012 | 145 |
| 2013 | 184 |
| 2014 | 220 |
| 2015 | 196 |
| 2016 | 225 |
| 2017 | 269 |
| 2018 | 251 |
| 2019 | 270 |
| 2020 | 268 |
| 2021 | 298 |
| 2022 | 373 |
| 2023 | 377 |
| 2024 | 396 |