OPAL
The meaning of the unisex name Opal is JEWEL.
Details on OPAL:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- From the opal gemstone
- Popularity for Girl:
- 898th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 8,857th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
694 births
OPAL as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
OPAL as a BOY in 1944
The meaning(s) of OPAL:
The name Opal is a Sanskrit baby name. In Sanskrit the meaning of the name Opal is: Jewel.
The name Opal is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Opal is: Jewel.
The name Opal is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Opal is: Opal (precious stone).Jewel names became popular in the 19th century.
USA SSA birth(s) for OPAL:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name OPAL
OPAL as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 694 births |
| 2023 | 629 births |
| 2022 | 595 births |
| 2021 | 561 births |
| 2020 | 445 births |
| 2019 | 427 births |
| 2018 | 337 births |
| 2017 | 317 births |
| 2016 | 259 births |
| 2015 | 232 births |
| 2014 | 183 births |
| 2013 | 125 births |
| 2012 | 105 births |
| 2011 | 93 births |
| 2010 | 82 births |
| 2009 | 77 births |
OPAL as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1944 | 5 births |
| 1942 | 6 births |
| 1939 | 8 births |
| 1938 | 12 births |
| 1937 | 10 births |
| 1936 | 13 births |
| 1935 | 10 births |
| 1934 | 14 births |
| 1933 | 5 births |
| 1932 | 17 births |
| 1931 | 17 births |
| 1930 | 13 births |
| 1929 | 18 births |
| 1928 | 27 births |
| 1927 | 21 births |
| 1926 | 23 births |
About the name OPAL
Opal, a name that glimmers with the allure of its gemstone namesake, derives from the Latin word "opalus," which in turn traces back to the ancient Greek "opallios," meaning "to see a change in color." This enchanting name embodies the beauty of transformation, much like the opal's captivating play of colors that shift in the light. Symbolically, opal is associated with inspiration, creativity, and a sense of hope, making it a lovely choice for a child destined to bring joy and imagination into the world. Popular in cultures around the globe, from Western countries like the United States and Canada to Australia, where the opal is the national gemstone, the name resonates with both elegance and strength. In India, opal is revered not only for its beauty but also as a symbol of purity and truth, often linked to the astrological benefits of the stone. With its rich history and vibrant connotations, Opal is a name that invites warmth and wonder, perfect for a little one who will surely shine brightly in life's tapestry.
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