Precious gemstone
Derived from the Old French word 'jouel', it refers to a precious stone or a highly valued person. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th century alongside other gemstone names like Ruby and Pearl. It conveys a sense of rarity and inherent worth.
Less common today
Jewel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #515 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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