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Origin and Meaning of the Name Gemma

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Gender:

Girl


Origin:	Latin
Meaning:	Jewel


Origin:	Italian
Meaning:	N/A


Pronunciation:	(JEM ah) [Guide]

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Saints Names, British Names, Italian Names, Latin Names, Cool Names, Jewel Names

Used in:

English and Italian speaking countries

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Whilst not that unusual in the UK (and also used in Italy and Spain), Gemma is very rare in the US. The name derives ultimately from the Latin feminine noun 'gemma', meaning a jewel or precious stone. The word was also used for a bud or a jewelled cup.