Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Sanskrit
Meaning:Jewel; Precious stone
Opale is a gorgeous girl's name of French origin. Derived from the name Opal, which draws inspiration from the Sanskrit expression upala, it means "jewel" or "precious stone." For centuries, the world has known the supernatural wonder of these iridescent gems. In Arabic legend, opals were thought to rain down during strikes of lightning, while ancient Greeks sought them for their prophetic powers. If there's any moniker that'll add magic and mysticism to your little one's life, it's other-worldly, "E"-ending Opale.
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