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- Opal
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Opal is a primarily feminine given name derived from the name of the gemstone opal. The gemstone is the birthstone for October. Its name is derived from the Sanskrit upala, which means 'jewel'. It came into use along with other gemstone names during the late Victorian era. The iridescent, many-colored gem was called the "queen of gems" in ancient Rome. The name has recently increased in usage, a trend that has been attributed to a renewed interest in "cottagecore names" with a vintage sensibility that are rooted in the natural world. Author Laura Wattenberg calls the sound of the name unique.