Diamond

The name Diamond is of English origin and it means "precious stone". It has been used as a given name for both boys and girls since the late 19th century, but its popularity has waxed and waned over time. In the United States, Diamond was more popular in the early to mid-20th century than it is today. According to the Social Security Administration, the highest ranking year for Diamond as a boy's name was 1938, when it reached number 576. For girls, the highest ranking year was 1924, when it reached number 546. The name Diamond has been popular among celebrities and public figures throughout history. Some notable examples include American jazz singer and pianist Eubie Blake, who was born as William Christopher "Eubie" Blake in 1887, and British actress and singer Lily Allen, whose real name is Lily Rose Beatrice Cooper. In recent years, the name Diamond has gained some popularity due to its use by celebrities such as singer Aloe Blacc, who named his daughter Nova Rainbow Diamond, and basketball player Kevin Durant, who named his son Daigneault "Dame" Curry Diamond.