Diamond Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Diamond' originates from the Latin 'adamantem' and the Greek 'adamas', meaning 'unconquerable' or 'invincible'. It has evolved through various languages, reflecting its historical significance as a precious stone. The name signifies beauty and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly linked to wealth and romance, and is recognized today as a symbol of luxury and commitment.
The name Diamond is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Diamond has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Diamond' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3091st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4121st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3786th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2717th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1368th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2740th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3207th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3165th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6436th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8318th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3450th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 366th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 264th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1167th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Diamond' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Diamond"
Pronunciation
/ˈdaɪ.mənd/
Origin
Old French, from Latin
Etymology
The word 'diamond' comes from the Old French 'diamant', which derives from the Latin 'adamantem', meaning 'unconquerable' or 'invincible'. This, in turn, comes from the Greek 'adamas', meaning 'untameable' or 'invincible'.
Meaning
A precious stone, typically a colorless crystalline form of pure carbon, valued for its beauty and hardness.
Language Evolution
Greek: adamas, Latin: adamantem, Old French: diamant, Middle English: diamant
Historical Usage
The term 'diamond' began to gain popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages, especially as diamond cutting techniques improved in the 14th century, making the stone more accessible and desirable.
Variants & Derivatives
Diamante, Dima, Di, Dimi
Modern Popularity & Image
Diamonds are widely regarded as symbols of wealth, luxury, and commitment, especially in the context of engagement rings. Their perception is often linked to romance and status.
Famous People
Diamond Dallas Page - professional wrestler, Diamond O'Hara - American actress, Diamond White - singer and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Diamond"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Diamond"
"Diamond" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3091st of 7545 | 115 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4121st of 6773 | 51 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3786th of 7552 | 82 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2717th of 10718 | 213 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1368th of 16616 | 1,003 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2740th of 24088 | 625 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3207th of 23106 | 432 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3165th of 9107 | 149 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6436th of 9204 | 24 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8318th of 12526 | 29 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3450th of 19264 | 303 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 366th of 27321 | 11,090 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 264th of 35406 | 19,499 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1167th of 30306 | 2,541 |
Regional Popularity of "Diamond" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.68% 1057th/3685 |
34.46% 1542nd/4475 |
27.24% 1415th/5194 |
23.59% 1490th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.33% 2123rd/4582 |
59.47% 3071st/5164 |
40.50% 2962nd/7313 |
34.49% 2574th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
52.98% 2377th/4487 |
51.72% 3528th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Diamond" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
58.23% 2355th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
7.82% 288th/3685 |
8.34% 373rd/4475 |
6.03% 313th/5194 |
11.13% 703rd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
5.28% 242nd/4582 |
5.75% 297th/5164 |
2.53% 185th/7313 |
8.55% 638th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.80% 1227th/3984 |
31.49% 1413th/4487 |
13.97% 953rd/6822 |
25.00% 1569th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Diamond"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Diamond" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.