Names Starting With G
GirlItalian#219 in 2025
Gemma
Gemma is a girls' name of Italian origin meaning “precious gem or jewel.” It ranked #219 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
JEM-ah
meaning & origin
The name Gemma means “precious gem or jewel.” It comes from the Italian language tradition.
A medieval Italian name derived from the Latin gemma (jewel, bud). Dante Alighieri's wife was named Gemma Donati. The name is popular in Italy and the UK and has risen sharply in the U.S. in recent years.
popularity over time
#3032020
#2782021
#2562022
#2372023
#2192024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #219 |
| 2023 | #237 |
| 2022 | #256 |
| 2021 | #278 |
| 2020 | #303 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Gemma
- Gemma Arterton (actress)
- Gemma Chan (actress)
- Gemma Ward (model)
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