Gemma
Girl name · Latin · pronounced JEM-mah
Verified name
What does Gemma mean?
Gem, precious stone
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 164 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is popular. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 4867 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Gem
Related: Gemima
Using Gemma across cultures
Classic Italian jewel name widely used in Britain and US.
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