Gemma

Female

Meaning

Precious Stone

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɛmə/

Traits associated with the name Gemma:

Dogs named Gemma tend to be loving, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Gemma?

Naming your dog Gemma suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and may have a personal connection to it.

Is Gemma a good dog name?

Gemma has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Gemma isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,191
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548
New York City Dog Name Database
2,127
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Gemma is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Gemma was, in the past month, the 620th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Gemma is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Gemma was viewed 101 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Gemma's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Gemma is most adored in Maryland, Kansas and Wisconsin.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Oregon and Illinois.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gemma.

Most popular breeds named Gemma:

  1. Poodle
  2. Australian Cattle Dog
  3. American Staffordshire Terrier
  4. German Shepherd
  5. Siberian Husky

Gemma is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Popular female name in the UK, especially during the 1980s.

sassy dog names
sassy

Gemma sparkles with boldness, radiating a feisty, playful spirit.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Harkens back to Victorian times, a gemstone-inspired moniker for canine companions.

spanish dog names
spanish

Derived from Spanish word "gema", meaning gem or precious stone.

Dog names like Gemma:

Beautiful; short for Isabella.
Diminutive Form Of Gabrielle
Farmer
Glory (to God)
Gracious, lovely
Sorrows
Gemma dog name meaning

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