Opal

Opal Meaning & Origin

About Opal
The name Opal is of Greek origin and derives from the word "opallios," meaning "to see a change in color." Opal is a gemstone known for its iridescent play of colors, and the name reflects this characteristic. Symbolizing hope, purity, and creativity, Opal is often associated with positive energy and transformation. It is a unique and beautiful name that carries a sense of enchantment and mystique.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Opal are female.

Opal Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 6.10% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
APL
🗽 NYSIIS
OA
🔊 Soundex
O104
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
OW1 P AH0 L
🌐 IPA
/ˈoʊpəl/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('APL', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
O140

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Opal in Braille

Here's how to represent Opal in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Opal in braille

How to Spell the Name Opal in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Opal using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Opal in sign language

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