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Jewel

Pronunciation: [ j-OO-uhl ]

Boy Name #12,530 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Jewel is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-OO-uhl.

Parents who love the name Jewel often also consider Jennie, Jessie, Jean .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#12,530
Total SSA Count
8

Nicknames

Jew Jey Jewie

Also a Girl Name

Jewel is also used as a girl name, ranked #1404.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jewel

Is Jewel a boy or girl name?
Jewel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #12530. As a girl name, it is ranked #1404. Jewel is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Jewel?
Jewel is pronounced j-OO-uhl.
How popular is the name Jewel?
Jewel is currently ranked #12530 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jewel?
Common nicknames for Jewel include Jew, Jey, and Jewie.
Is Jewel a common or rare name?
Jewel is an uncommon name, ranked #12530 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Jewel

Jewel is a boy name .

Is Jewel a boy or girl name? Jewel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,530 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,404. Jewel is more commonly used as a girl name.

Jewel is currently ranked #12,530 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Jewel include Jew, Jey, and Jewie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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