There are a total of 826 Colors compiled and organized in this comprehensive list. The selection includes widely recognized names drawn from CSS/W3C/X11, Crayola, Pantone and other authoritative sources, deduplicated by hex value and limited to verifiable entries.
Colors are visual perceptions produced when light of specific wavelengths interacts with the eye and brain. They range from simple neutrals and primaries to complex shades, tints and named pigments. Colors influence mood, legibility and brand recognition across design, art, fashion and digital interfaces. Designers, developers and creators use precise color values to ensure consistency across print and screen.
Interesting and little-known facts about Colors:
– The human eye can distinguish about one million distinct colors; some studies estimate up to 10 million depending on individual perception.
– True blue pigments were rare until synthetic ultramarine and Prussian blue appeared; lapis lazuli ultramarine once cost more than gold.
– About 8% of men and 0.5% of women of Northern European descent have some form of red‑green color blindness, affecting color choices in design.
– Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced product and marketing trends worldwide since 2000, shaping fashion, interiors and packaging.
– Web standards define 140 named CSS colors, while many commercial and historical names come from systems like Crayola, Pantone or traditional pigments.
Use the alphabetical index to find color names by letter. Each entry lists: Name, Hex code, RGB values, a concise 1–2 sentence color‑psychology summary, source, and common alternative names or notes.