Opal

Meaning of Opal

Opal refers to the gemstone. The name is associated with beauty, value, and good luck.

Opal has Sanskrit roots — browse every Sanskrit baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Opal

Opal is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #423 in 2025 from #848 in 2017.

Notable people named Opal

• Opal Kunz
  American mathematician and activist
• Opal Alladin
  Trinidadian-Canadian journalist and professor
• Opal Bowles
  American food writer
• Opal Covey
  American gospel singer
• Opal Tometi
  Co-founder of Black Lives Matter

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Questions about the name Opal

What does the name Opal mean?

Opal means opal refers to the gemstone. the name is associated with beauty, value, and good luck, and it comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Opal a boy's or a girl's name?

Opal is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Opal?

In 2025, Opal ranked #423 for girls, up from #449 the year before.

When was Opal most popular?

Opal peaked at #423 in 2025.