Dark Turquoise
HEX: #00CED1 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#00CED1
0, 206, 209
180°, 100% ,41%
100, 1, 0, 18
About Dark Turquoise
Dark Turquoise (#00CED1) is a color with RGB(0, 206, 209) and HSL(180.9°, 100%, 41%). It is commonly associated with Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #D10300, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #D100CE and #CED100. The name comes from Dark Turquoise (English).
- HEX: #00CED1
- RGB: 0, 206, 209
- HSL: 180.9°, 100%, 41%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #D10300
- Triadic colors: #D100CE, #CED100
- The name comes from Dark Turquoise (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #00CED1 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Turquoise as a color name is directly linked to the gemstone turquoise, which has been prized for millennia across various cultures (Egyptian, Persian, Native American). The gemstone's color varies from sky-blue to green, often with a waxy luster. When color naming became more granular, 'dark turquoise' emerged to distinguish deeper, richer variations from lighter or more vibrant ones. It is a recognized color in various digital and print color standards, such as X11 color names (where #00CED1 is 'DarkTurquoise').
First Recorded Use
The term 'turquoise' for the color itself became common in English around the 16th century, derived from the French word for 'Turkish' (referring to the origin of the gemstone). The specific modifier 'dark' to denote a particular shade would have naturally followed as color naming became more precise, likely gaining traction in the late 19th or early 20th century with the advent of standardized color systems and widespread use of color in design and fashion.
Cultural Associations
Turquoise, in general, is often associated with tranquility, wisdom, protection, and good fortune in many cultures. It is a popular color in jewelry, art, and interior design. Darker shades like 'dark turquoise' can evoke a sense of sophistication, depth, and richness, sometimes reminiscent of deep ocean waters or ancient, weathered artifacts. It is less common as a primary symbolic color compared to general turquoise but carries similar underlying connotations.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #00CED1;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #00CED1;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #00CED1;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#00CED1,
#D10300
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#00CED1,
#D10300
);
}// SCSS variable
$dark-turquoise: #00CED1;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$dark-turquoise-r: 0;
$dark-turquoise-g: 206;
$dark-turquoise-b: 209;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $dark-turquoise;
color: rgba($dark-turquoise-r, $dark-turquoise-g, $dark-turquoise-b, 0.8);
}