Precious baby names are drawn directly from those of gems and other precious materials. They connect your child to the earth, yet would not be described as "earthy" baby names — they’re far too sparkly for that. Precious names for girls and boys, such as Ruby and Onyx, are glamorous yet grounded.
Along with Ruby and Onyx, other precious baby names in the US Top 1000 include Emerald, Ivory, Jade, Jasper, Opal, Pearl, and Stone. Choices such as Amber, Crystal, Diamond, and Ebony are among the faded gems of yesterday.
Baby names inspired by gemstones, jewels, and natural materials are more on-trend than ever. Browse our comprehensive list of precious names for your little treasure, below.
Amber
Amber is a name that takes its roots from it...
