Opal Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Opal Name at a Glance

Name	Opal
Meaning	Opal (precious stone). Jewel names became popular in the 19th century.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Opal Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Opal means “Opal (precious stone). Jewel names became popular in the 19th century”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Opal Name Origin

Our database records Opal under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Opal a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Opal is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Opal

When considering Opal for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.