Jewel
JOO-el
Popularity
#1402
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
46,571
Peak Year
#959 in 1920
First Recorded
1880
Style
Nature-Inspired
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Refers to a precious stone or gem. Derived from the Old French word 'jouel'.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Jewel Kilcher
American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actress.
Jewel Brown
American blues and jazz singer.
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