gender neutral
Jewel
precious stone
About Jewel
Jewel sparkles with undeniable brilliance, a name that declares your daughter precious beyond measure. This isn't merely a name; it's a statement of value, uniqueness, and inherent worth. While others select conventional names that blend into classroom rosters, Jewel stands apart with unmistakable individuality. The name carries immediate recognition—everyone knows how to spell it, pronounce it, and appreciate it. Jewel works across all contexts: artistic pursuits, professional careers, creative endeavors, scientific fields. It's bold without being brash, distinctive without being difficult. Your daughter will never be one of three girls with the same name in her class. Jewel offers instant memorability; people will remember meeting her. The name suggests someone special, someone who shines, someone destined to make her mark. Choose Jewel, and give your daughter a name that reflects how truly extraordinary she is to you.
Popularity of the Name Jewel
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #878 | ||
| 1881 | #782 | ||
| 1882 | #616 | ||
| 1883 | #668 | ||
| 1884 | #972 | ||
| 1885 | #770 | ||
| 1886 | #496 | ||
| 1887 | #466 | ||
| 1888 | #621 | ||
| 1889 | #479 | ||
| 1890 | #453 | ||
| 1891 | #465 | ||
| 1892 | #432 | ||
| 1893 | #417 | ||
| 1894 | #325 | ||
| 1895 | #359 | ||
| 1896 | #375 | ||
| 1897 | #310 | ||
| 1898 | #265 | ||
| 1899 | #285 | ||
| 1900 | #255 | ||
| 1901 | #228 | ||
| 1902 | #252 | ||
| 1903 | #216 | ||
| 1904 | #198 | ||
| 1905 | #220 | ||
| 1906 | #204 | ||
| 1907 | #206 | ||
| 1908 | #220 | ||
| 1909 | #224 | ||
| 1910 | #202 | ||
| 1911 | #216 | ||
| 1912 | #222 | ||
| 1913 | #244 | ||
| 1914 | #236 | ||
| 1915 | #237 | ||
| 1916 | #224 | ||
| 1917 | #245 | ||
| 1918 | #232 | ||
| 1919 | #224 | ||
| 1920 | #228 | ||
| 1921 | #232 | ||
| 1922 | #228 | ||
| 1923 | #241 | ||
| 1924 | #229 | ||
| 1925 | #230 | ||
| 1926 | #225 | ||
| 1927 | #232 | ||
| 1928 | #230 | ||
| 1929 | #228 | ||
| 1930 | #232 | ||
| 1931 | #263 | ||
| 1932 | #264 | ||
| 1933 | #274 | ||
| 1934 | #276 | ||
| 1935 | #279 | ||
| 1936 | #297 | ||
| 1937 | #304 | ||
| 1938 | #329 | ||
| 1939 | #311 | ||
| 1940 | #367 | ||
| 1941 | #328 | ||
| 1942 | #339 | ||
| 1943 | #360 | ||
| 1944 | #368 | ||
| 1945 | #372 | ||
| 1946 | #429 | ||
| 1947 | #406 | ||
| 1948 | #426 | ||
| 1949 | #460 | ||
| 1950 | #470 | ||
| 1951 | #482 | ||
| 1952 | #478 | ||
| 1953 | #535 | ||
| 1954 | #531 | ||
| 1955 | #555 | ||
| 1956 | #573 | ||
| 1957 | #631 | ||
| 1958 | #655 | ||
| 1959 | #659 | ||
| 1960 | #677 | ||
| 1961 | #678 | ||
| 1962 | #745 | ||
| 1963 | #700 | ||
| 1964 | #684 | ||
| 1965 | #729 | ||
| 1966 | #786 | ||
| 1967 | #898 | ||
| 1968 | #843 | ||
| 1972 | #951 | ||
| 1997 | #665 | #870 | |
| 1998 | #515 | #538 | |
| 1999 | #556 | #557 | |
| 2000 | #604 | #505 | |
| 2001 | #603 | #574 | |
| 2002 | #681 | #666 | |
| 2003 | #729 | #614 | |
| 2004 | #769 | #741 | |
| 2005 | #826 | #760 | |
| 2006 | #837 | #818 | |
| 2007 | #791 | #731 | |
| 2008 | #898 | #781 | |
| 2009 | #939 | #953 | |
| 2010 | #922 | ||
| 2011 | #940 | ||
| 2012 | #809 | #813 | #826 |
| 2013 | #898 | #611 | #825 |
| 2014 | #868 | #790 | |
| 2015 | #881 | #619 | |
| 2016 | #919 | ||
| 2017 | #819 | ||
| 2018 | #861 | #935 | |
| 2019 | #971 | ||
| 2022 | #662 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jewel
- Jewell
- Jule
- Juel
- Juela
Names Similar to Jewel
Nicknames for Jewel
- Jewey
- Juju
- Julie
- Jelly
- Jewie
Famous People Named Jewel
| Jewel Kilcher | American singer-songwriter and actress |
| Jewel Staite | Canadian actress |
| Jewel Akens | American singer and songwriter |
| Jewel Shepard | American actress and writer |
| Jewel Belair Staite | Canadian actress |
| Jewel Brangman | American model and actress |
| Jewel Carmen | American silent film actress |
| Jewel De'Nyle | American pornographic actress |
| Jewel Plummer Cobb | American biologist and educator |
| Jewel Elizabeth Kilcher | American reality TV personality |
| Jewel McPherson | American politician and educator |
| Jewel Prestage | African-American historian and educator |
| Jewel Stradford | American jazz pianist and vocalist |
| Jewel Sykes | American politician |
| Jewel Thais-Williams | African-American businesswoman and activist |
| Jewel Lafontant | American lawyer and diplomat |
| Jewel Akpore | Nigerian weightlifter |
| Jewel Ackah | Ghanaian highlife musician |
Characters Named Jewel
| Jewel Fitzgerald | A character in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby" |
| Jewel Tuck | A character in the TV show "Once Upon a Time" |
| Jewel Bannon | A character in the TV show "The X-Files" |
| Jewel Dee | A character in the film "White Lightning" |
| Jewel Pinkett | A character in the TV show "Gotham" |
| Jewel Catherine | A character in the video game "Final Fantasy VII" |
| Jewel Douglas | A character in the TV show "Twin Peaks" |
| Jewel Shaw | A character in the TV show "Supernatural" |
| Jewel Rodriguez | A character in the film "Blow" |
| Jewel Mitchell | A character in the TV show "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Jewel Green | A character in the film "The Green Mile" |
| Jewel Foster | A character in the TV show "The Good Wife" |
| Jewel Sutton | A character in the film "Armageddon" |
| Jewel Powell | A character in the TV show "Alias" |
| Jewel White | A character in the film "White Chicks" |
| Jewel Adams | A character in the TV show "The Mentalist" |
| Jewel Coleman | A character in the film "Dumb and Dumber To" |
| Jewel Rivera | A character in the TV show "The Fosters" |
| Jewel Bennett | A character in the film "Cruel Intentions" |
| Jewel Woods | A character in the TV show "Power" |