"And they shall be mine, saith the LORD of hosts, in that day when I make up my jewels."
Christian Name · Italian/Latin Origin
Gemma Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Gemma
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Gemma means "gem" or "precious stone," from Italian and Latin. Gemma is not a name found in the KJV Bible, but Christian families choose it for its meaning. Its biblical meaning comes from Malachi 3:17: "they shall be mine, saith the LORD of hosts, in that day when I make up my jewels."
Is Gemma in the Bible?
No — the name Gemma does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Gem; Precious stone", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Gemma.
Pronunciation:/JEM-ah/
OriginItalian/Latin
MeaningGem; Precious stone
What does Gemma mean?
Gemma is a girl name of Italian/Latin origin meaning "Gem; Precious stone". Gemma means 'gem' or 'precious stone' in Italian. Scripture is filled with imagery of precious stones — from the breastplate of the high priest to the foundations of the New Jerusalem.
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What does Gemma mean in the Bible?
Gemma means "Gem; Precious stone" and is a name of Italian/Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Gemma means 'gem' or 'precious stone' in Italian. Scripture is filled with imagery of precious stones — from the breastplate of the high priest to the foundations of the New Jerusalem. Each gem represents beauty refined through pressure, just as character is refined through trials.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Gemma?
Gemma is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Gem; Precious stone" — not because Scripture names anyone Gemma.
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Which books of the Bible mention Gemma?
Gemma is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Gemma?
Gemma speaks of precious value — God treasures His people like jewels, refined and beautiful in His sight.
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Gemma name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Gemma does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Gem; Precious stone", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Gemma.
Gemma means "Gem; Precious stone." It is an Italian/Latin name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Gem; Precious stone" — runs right through the Bible.
Italian/Latin. Gemma comes into English from Italian/Latin and carries the sense "Gem; Precious stone." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Gemma
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Gemma?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Gemma?
You can read every verse where Gemma appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.