Opal Keough

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Opal Keough — Sanskrit
78K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Opal Keough is a name that combines Sanskrit origins. The first name Opal is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin. 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 (उपल), 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. The surname Keough: Keough is a surname from Ireland. Notable with the name include: Donald Keough (1926–2015), American business manager Francis Patrick Keough (1890–1961), American religious leader Harry Keough (1927–2012), American soccer player Jake Keough (born 1987), American cyclist Jeana Keough (born 1955), American model and actress Joe Keough (1946–2019), American baseball right fielder Klancie Keough (born 1982), Australian musician Lavina Keough (born [?]), All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player Luke Keough (born 1991), American cyclist Mark Keough (born 1953), American religious leade. Opal is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 78K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Opal reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Opal

Sanskrit

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 (उपल), 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.

Surname: Keough

English

Keough is a surname from Ireland. Notable with the name include: Donald Keough (1926–2015), American business manager Francis Patrick Keough (1890–1961), American religious leader Harry Keough (1927–2012), American soccer player Jake Keough (born 1987), American cyclist Jeana Keough (born 1955), American model and actress Joe Keough (1946–2019), American baseball right fielder Klancie Keough (born 1982), Australian musician Lavina Keough (born [?]), All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player Luke Keough (born 1991), American cyclist Mark Keough (born 1953), American religious leade.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Opal is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Opal by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Opal Keough

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Opal Keough:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Opal?
The first name Opal originates from Sanskrit. 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 (उपल), 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.
When was Opal most popular?
The name Opal reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Keough?
The surname Keough originates from English. Keough is a surname from Ireland. Notable with the name include: Donald Keough (1926–2015), American business manager Francis Patrick Keough (1890–1961), American religious leader Harry Keough (1927–2012), American soccer player Jake Keough (born 1987), American cyclist Jeana Keough (born 1955), American model and actress Joe Keough (1946–2019), American baseball right fielder Klancie Keough (born 1982), Australian musician Lavina Keough (born [?]), All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player Luke Keough (born 1991), American cyclist Mark Keough (born 1953), American religious leade.
What are the origins of the name Opal Keough?
The name Opal Keough combines two different traditions: the first name Opal has Sanskrit roots, while the surname Keough originates from English.
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