Emerald: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced EM-ruhld · 2 syllables
From emerald. The Queensland town takes its name from the emerald and other precious stone deposits in the area and from the pastoral run Emerald Downs, a name chosen circa 1860 by pastoralist Peter Fitzallan MacDonald. It is unclear if emeralds were found in or around Emerald. The given name is a modern coinage from the name of the gemstone, representing a vernacular form of Esmeralda.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- EM-ruhld
- US rank (2025)
- #741
- US babies a year
- about 385 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Emerald?
Emerald was the #741 name in the US in 2025, given to 399 babies. It’s rising: up 113% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #741 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Emerald?
Half of US adults named Emerald are older than 30; most are between 19 and 46. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Emerald
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Diamond
- Emmalee
- Hadley
- Alexandria
- Mackenzie
- Kinsey
- Rainey
- Esty
- Amaris
- Jessa
- Winter
- Liberty
- Hailey
- Kenzie
- Kaycee
- Amethyst
Questions about Emerald
How do you pronounce Emerald?
Emerald is pronounced EM-ruhld.
How popular is the name Emerald?
Emerald was the #741 name in the US in 2025, given to 399 babies. It’s rising: up 113% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Emerald?
Half of US adults named Emerald are older than 30. Most are between 19 and 46.