Opal is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #3577 in 2002 with 38 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 740 births ranking #423. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 40.7%. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 47,285 girls born was named Opal. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Opal is a luminous gem name with vintage charm. It feels delicate, distinctive, and quietly radiant.
Gemstone names have long appealed to parents, and Opal stands out because it sounds antique without feeling heavy. Its revival has come with the wider return of old jewellery-box classics.