Gemma

Girl name

Gemma has been given to 26,042 babies in the U.S. since 1904. It peaked in 2025 and currently ranks #170 for girls (2025).

Meaning & origin /ˈd͡ʒɛmə/

Ultimately from Latin gemma (“jewel”). The given name is mostly borrowed via Italian Gemma; the spelling Jemma in particular is associated with James. Doublet of gemma and gem.

Origin: Italian

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

26,042

Peak year

2025 (1,805 babies)

Rank in 2025

#170 for girls

First recorded

1904

10-year trend

▲ +54%

Gender split

All girls

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