Orange Color Names
Here’s a bit of trivia to start: the fruit came first. Before oranges reached Europe, English speakers called the color “yellow-red” (Old English geolurēad); the color word “orange” only appears in the early sixteenth century. Since then the vocabulary has grown to cover everything from pale apricot to traffic-cone neon and roasted pumpkin.
Our list of 100+ orange color names is grouped by mood, with approximate hex codes (CSS names like Coral and Tomato use exact values). For warm neighbors, see our red color names and yellow color names, and if you’re here because of a ginger cat, head to our names for orange cats.
CSS and web orange color names
The built-in browser oranges, with exact hex values. Several of them (coral, salmon, tomato) sit on the orange–red border.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Orange | #FFA500 | CSS standard orange |
| Dark Orange | #FF8C00 | Richer, deeper orange |
| Orange Red | #FF4500 | Fiery red-orange |
| Coral | #FF7F50 | Warm pink-orange |
| Tomato | #FF6347 | Ripe tomato red-orange |
| Light Salmon | #FFA07A | Pale fish-flesh orange |
| Salmon | #FA8072 | Pink-orange |
| Dark Salmon | #E9967A | Muted salmon |
| Peach Puff | #FFDAB9 | Soft powdery peach |
| Papaya Whip | #FFEFD5 | Very pale papaya cream |
Fruit orange color names
Most orange names come straight from the fruit bowl. More fruity inspiration on our fruit names page.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tangerine | #F28500 | Bright mandarin peel |
| Clementine | #E96E00 | Deep, juicy citrus |
| Mandarin | #F37A48 | Soft red-orange citrus |
| Tangelo | #F94D00 | Tangerine-pomelo hybrid, vivid |
| Kumquat | #F8A73B | Tiny golden citrus |
| Apricot | #FBCEB1 | Pale, velvety orange |
| Peach | #FFE5B4 | Creamy pastel orange |
| Nectarine | #FF9F66 | Smooth-skinned peach tone |
| Mango | #FF8243 | Tropical ripe flesh |
| Papaya | #FFA343 | Soft tropical orange |
| Cantaloupe | #FFA62F | Juicy melon orange |
| Persimmon | #EC5800 | Deep, glossy fruit orange |
| Melon | #FDBCB4 | Pale pink-orange |
| Blood Orange | #CC3A1E | Dark red-orange citrus |
| Loquat | #F5A24B | Soft golden-orange fruit |
Food and spice orange shades
Warm kitchen oranges. Pair these with spice names from our brown color names.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pumpkin | #FF7518 | Halloween classic |
| Carrot | #ED9121 | Crunchy root orange |
| Butternut | #E8A33D | Squash-flesh orange |
| Sweet Potato | #D9722E | Earthy roasted orange |
| Paprika | #D2471E | Smoky red-orange spice |
| Cheddar | #F3A13B | Aged cheese orange |
| Butterscotch | #E09540 | Buttery candy orange |
| Marmalade | #D1662B | Chunky preserve orange |
| Cayenne | #C1440E | Hot pepper red-orange |
| Caramelized Orange | #D9822B | Toasty, sugared orange |
| Honey Glaze | #E8A33F | Warm golden orange |
| Salmon Roe | #F26A3D | Glossy, beaded orange |
Bright, neon and safety oranges
High-visibility oranges built to be seen, from construction vests to aerospace.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Orange | #FF7900 | Hi-vis vests and cones |
| International Orange | #FF4F00 | Aerospace standard orange |
| Blaze Orange | #FF6700 | Hunter-safety orange |
| Neon Orange | #FF5F1F | Electric, glowing |
| Traffic Orange | #F54021 | Road-sign orange |
| Fluorescent Orange | #FF8F1F | Highlighter glow |
| Vivid Tangerine | #FFA089 | Crayola’s bright soft orange |
| Tiger Orange | #FD6A02 | Bold striped-fur orange |
| Flame | #E25822 | Candle-fire orange |
| Cadmium Orange | #ED872D | Intense artist pigment |
| Sunset Orange | #FD5E53 | Crayola; glowing dusk |
| Atomic Tangerine | #FF9966 | Crayola’s retro bright orange |
| Outrageous Orange | #FF6E4A | Crayola fluorescent orange |
Pastel and soft orange shades
Gentle, peachy tones for nurseries, weddings and skin-toned palettes. They blend nicely into our pink color names.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Peach Fuzz | #FFBE98 | Pantone Color of the Year 2024 |
| Pale Apricot | #FDD5B1 | Light, creamy apricot |
| Creamsicle | #FFB77E | Orange-and-vanilla popsicle |
| Sherbet | #F9A77C | Fruity frozen dessert |
| Cantaloupe Cream | #FFCBA4 | Soft melon pastel |
| Blush Orange | #F7B58E | Rosy peach |
| Coral Reef | #FD7C6E | Soft pink-coral |
| Living Coral | #FF6F61 | Pantone Color of the Year 2019 |
| Seashell Peach | #FFDBAC | Sun-warmed shell |
| Sunrise | #FFCF99 | First light of morning |
Burnt and deep orange color names
Earthy, grown-up oranges for fall palettes and mid-century interiors.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Burnt Orange | #CC5500 | Roasted, brownish orange |
| Texas Orange | #BF5700 | University of Texas burnt orange |
| Rust Orange | #C45508 | Oxidized metal orange |
| Ginger | #B06500 | Spice-root orange-brown |
| Copper Orange | #C66B3D | Metallic warm orange |
| Amber Brown | #C8741F | Fossil-resin orange |
| Fox | #C35817 | Red fox fur |
| Autumn Leaf | #C9582A | Falling maple leaf |
| Brick Orange | #C1502E | Fired clay orange |
| Tawny | #CD5700 | Lion-mane orange-brown |
| Ochre Orange | #CC7722 | Earthy pigment orange |
| Baked Clay | #B85C38 | Terra-cotta pot orange |
Orange shades from nature and the sky
Sunsets, flowers and fire. For botanical names, browse our names of flowers and names that mean fire.
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Marigold | #EAA221 | Golden-orange flower |
| Saffron | #F4C430 | Crocus-thread gold |
| Tiger Lily | #E86A33 | Spotted lily orange |
| Poppy Orange | #F5623C | California poppy |
| Zinnia | #F26C2D | Bright garden flower |
| Nasturtium | #F7852E | Edible flower orange |
| Ember | #F26722 | Glowing coals |
| Campfire | #E0602D | Smoky flame |
| Desert Sunset | #F08241 | Glowing canyon sky |
| Harvest Moon | #F3A15B | Big autumn moon |
| Monarch | #F08000 | Monarch butterfly wings |
| Goldfish | #F28A1A | Pet-shop orange |
| Koi | #F1672A | Japanese carp orange |
| Canyon | #C66A3A | Sun-baked rock |
| Fire Opal | #E95C4B | Fiery orange gemstone |
| Sunstone | #E3843B | Glittering feldspar gem |
| Calendula | #F29B1D | Pot-marigold petals |
| Bird of Paradise | #F7811F | Tropical flower’s orange crest |
| Sea Buckthorn | #F6A21E | Tart coastal berries |
Famous and branded orange shades
Oranges tied to places, teams and design history (names only; exact brand specs may differ).
| Shade | Approx. hex | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate Orange | #C0362C | The bridge’s “International Orange” paint |
| Dutch Orange | #FF9B00 | Honors the House of Orange-Nassau |
| Tennessee Orange | #FF8200 | University of Tennessee |
| Clemson Orange | #F56600 | Clemson University |
| Tangerine Tango | #DD4124 | Pantone Color of the Year 2012 |
| Syracuse Orange | #F76900 | Syracuse University’s signature color |
| Princeton Orange | #F58025 | Princeton University’s school color |
| Cadmium Yellow Orange | #F9A602 | Classic paint-tube pigment |
| Mid-Century Orange | #D96B2D | 1960s and 70s interiors |
| Space Age Orange | #E5712B | Retro sci-fi decor |
How to use orange without overwhelming a space
- Use bright oranges as accents (a door, a pillow, a button) and softer peaches or burnt oranges for large areas.
- Orange’s complement is blue: pair tangerine with navy or peach with dusty blue for built-in contrast.
- Burnt orange, olive and cream make a classic 1970s palette that feels warm rather than loud.
- For text, white on bright orange often fails contrast checks; use dark text or a deeper shade like Burnt Orange.
- Pastel oranges like Peach Fuzz read as warm neutrals, which makes them easy to use in bedrooms and wedding palettes.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different shades of orange called?
Common orange shades include tangerine, apricot, peach, coral, salmon, pumpkin, persimmon, burnt orange, amber, marigold, saffron and rust.
Was the color orange named after the fruit?
Yes. The color word comes from the fruit, which arrived in Europe via Arabic “nāranj” and Sanskrit “nāraṅga.” English started using “orange” as a color name in the early 16th century.
What is the hex code for orange?
CSS “orange” is #FFA500. A more saturated pure orange on the color wheel is around #FF8000 or #FF7F00.
What is the difference between coral and salmon?
Coral (#FF7F50) is brighter and more orange; salmon (#FA8072) is pinker and softer. Both sit between orange and pink.
What color is burnt orange?
Burnt orange is a deep, brownish orange (around #CC5500), like roasted squash or autumn leaves. It’s famously used by the University of Texas.