Settling on a name for your bundle can be tough.
Whatever name you pick has to be popular, but not so popular that they will be sharing the name with half of their eventual class at school.
It has to be unique, but not
too unique. And, understandably, you'd want it to sound perfect with your surname.
So it's easy to see why parents are pulling inspiration from just about everywhere as they try and settle on the perfect moniker for their little one.
Some people look to Hollywood's famous faces, while others turn to their favourite TV shows or movies.
Nature is even a good source of inspiration, with new floral baby names always blooming.
Another trend that has emerged this year has seen parents turning to dazzling gemstones and jewels to find the perfect name for their little one.
From Amber to Esmerelda; Pearl to Saffira, we reckon there is something that would suit every parent-to-be's taste.
So, if you're looking to find that ever-elusive perfect baby name, here are 17 gemstone and jewel inspired baby names which have plenty of sparkle.
- Amber
- Amethyst
- Bijou
- Coral
- Coralie
- Esmerelda
- Garnet
- Giada
- Ivory
- Jade
- Jewel
- Jem
- Opal
- Pearl
- Ruby
- Saffira
- Topaz
