- Flint + Flint is a shiny stone that can be used to start a fire when struck against steel. Read more about Flint
- Jett + This name was inspired by the velvety black coal that is often used for jewelry. Read more about Jett
- Jade + Jade is an ornamental stone that is often green in color. Read more about Jade
- Copper This red-orange metal is used as an electrical conductor and crafting material. It even has antibacterial properties.
- Micah + This name refers to the mineral mica, and is also popular because of its biblical reference. Read more about Micah
- Slate + This names oozes confidence and charm. Read more about Slate
- Sterling + This name is used to describe a high-quality metal. NASCAR driver Sterling Marlin and football player Sterling Sharpe have brought this name into the limelight. Read more about Sterling
- Stone + This name evokes a tough, unbreakable nature. Read more about Stone
- Jasper + Jasper comes in red, yellow, brown, or green. It was a favorite gem in the ancient world. Read more about Jasper
- Shale Shale is a black sedimentary rock that is composed of quartz and clay minerals. It is characterized by breaks in the surface.
Precious Stone Names for Boys
Once out of favor, modern parents are picking traditional gem, mineral, and metal names for their little jewels.

