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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Named after the diamond gemstone, ultimately from Greek 'adamas' meaning unbreakable or invincible
- Origin
- English (from the gemstone, ultimately Greek)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- DY-mund
Diamond is an English name taken straight from the gemstone, and the word traces back to the Greek 'adamas,' meaning unbreakable or invincible. That meaning is built right into the name itself, so there's no guesswork involved for parents who want something with that kind of weight behind it. It's a name that says exactly what it is.
Meaning & Origin of Diamond
Meaning: Named after the diamond gemstone, ultimately from Greek 'adamas' meaning unbreakable or invincible.
Origin: English (from the gemstone, ultimately Greek).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Diamond
DY-mundIPA /ˈdaɪmənd/
Popularity of Diamond
Diamond peaked at #150 in 1999, when 2,160 baby girls were given the name, but by 2024 it had dropped to #1612 with only 129 uses.
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FAQ
What does the name Diamond mean?
Named after the diamond gemstone, ultimately from Greek ‘adamas’ meaning unbreakable or invincible. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Diamond?
Diamond is pronounced DY-mund (IPA: /ˈdaɪmənd/).
Is Diamond a popular name right now?
Diamond peaked at #150 in 1999 and is ranked #1612 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1897–2024.)
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