US Popularity Rank: 14728

Origin: British

Meaning: Gem; Dove

Lucky you, you’ve found the crown jewel of unique baby names. Given to both boys and girls, Jem is a name meaning “gem” or “dove” and may also be used as a shortened version of James or Jemima. You may recognize this name for the beloved 10-year-old boy in the much-loved book To Kill a Mockingbird. This English name is a rare gem in a sea of overused names and is sure to have your little one standing out from the crowd.