Diamonique
A unique feminine name derived from the French word for "diamond".
Name Census estimates that about 960 living Americans carry the first name Diamonique. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Diamonique today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Diamonique births was 1999 (84 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Diamonique. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
960
~ 1 in 357,036 Americans
Peak year
1999
84 babies that year
Average age
27
years old
2017 SSA rank
#11,942
Tracked since 1986
Popularity
Diamonique: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Diamonique from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 533 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Diamonique by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Diamonique during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Diamoniques live
The SSA's state-level files cover 13 states and territories. New York, Florida, Texas recorded the most babies named Diamonique, while Tennessee, Louisiana, Georgia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Diamonique
The given name Diamonique has a rich and fascinating history that spans several centuries and cultures. It is a name of French origin, derived from the Greek word "diamon," meaning "precious stone," and the Latin word "unique," meaning "one of a kind" or "unique."
The earliest recorded use of the name Diamonique dates back to the 16th century in France, where it was occasionally bestowed upon children born into noble families. It was believed that the name carried with it a sense of rarity and preciousness, much like a diamond itself.
While the name Diamonique is not directly mentioned in any ancient texts or religious scriptures, its roots can be traced back to the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, where precious stones and gems were highly valued and revered for their beauty and rarity.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Diamonique was Diamonique de Montmorency, a French noblewoman born in 1567. She was known for her beauty, grace, and her patronage of the arts.
Another notable figure with the name Diamonique was Diamonique Renault, a French painter and sculptor who lived during the 17th century. Her works were celebrated for their exquisite detail and vibrant use of color, reflecting the name's association with precious stones.
In the 18th century, Diamonique Dufour, a French botanist and explorer, made significant contributions to the study of plant life in the Americas. Her detailed records and illustrations of various plant species were invaluable to the scientific community of her time.
During the 19th century, Diamonique Leclerc, a French feminist and writer, gained recognition for her advocacy of women's rights and her powerful literary works that challenged societal norms and prejudices.
Lastly, in the early 20th century, Diamonique Durand, a French prima ballerina, captivated audiences with her graceful movements and impeccable technique. Her performances were often described as "diamond-like" in their brilliance and precision, reflecting the essence of her name.
While the name Diamonique has its origins in France, it has been adopted and used in various cultures around the world, each adding their own unique interpretations and associations to this beautiful and precious name.
People
Diamonique + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Diamonique as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Diamonique: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Diamonique?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 960 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Diamonique going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 357,036 US residents.
Is Diamonique a common name?
We classify Diamonique as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 984 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Diamonique most popular?
The single biggest year for Diamonique was 1999, when 84 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Diamonique is about 27 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Diamonique a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Diamonique in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.