Rising since 1987, #3,645 for girls today.
Popularity of Jewels since 1987
Babies named Jewels per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 219 |
| 2000s | 355 |
| 2010s | 440 |
| 2020s | 202 |
Meaning & origin
Jewels is a modern word name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1987, when it was first recorded. Its peak popularity came in 2015, and since then it has been rising in use. In 2025, the name ranked 3645 overall, with an estimated 1 in 39202 babies receiving it. While the name has not yet broken into national prominence, it has a notable presence in Georgia. Jewels exemplifies the contemporary trend of using pluralized word names, offering a sparkly alternative to more traditional gemstone names like Ruby and Pearl.
Jewels is a modern coinage derived from the English word 'jewels', the plural of 'jewel', which ultimately comes from the Old French 'jouel' (ornament, delight) and Latin 'jocus' (sport, jest). As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the popularity of gemstone names and the trend of using word names for girls. It was first recorded in the United States in 1987 and has seen modest use since the 2010s.
Where Jewels is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jewel, Jules, Juju
Sibling names for Jewels
Names that share Jewels's style, for a brother or sister.
