Color Names
Modern browsers support 140 named colors, which are listed below. Use them in your HTML and CSS by name, Hex color code, RGB or HSL value.
Red HTML Color Names
8 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pink HTML Color Names
6 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Orange HTML Color Names
6 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yellow HTML Color Names
11 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purple HTML Color Names
18 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Green HTML Color Names
23 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue HTML Color Names
25 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Brown HTML Color Names
17 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White HTML Color Names
17 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gray HTML Color Names
10 colors| Color | Name | Hex code | RGB code | HSL code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
About HTML and CSS Color Names
The standard 140 HTML color names originate from the X11 color system and are formally standardized in CSS3 and HTML5 specifications. They can be used directly in CSS styling, for example: color: coral; or background-color: lightsalmon;.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are HTML color names case-sensitive?▼
No. HTML and CSS color names are case-insensitive. You can write coral, Coral, or CORAL interchangeably in all modern browsers.
What is the difference between Hex code and RGB?▼
Hex codes represent red, green, and blue values using base-16 hexadecimal numbers (00 to FF), while RGB uses base-10 decimals from 0 to 255. Both specify the exact same color output on digital screens.
Can I use these colors in modern web development?▼
Yes. All 140 HTML color names are universally supported across all browsers, operating systems, and design software including Figma, Tailwind CSS, and Adobe Creative Suite.