color name finder

Every Color Has a Name. Now You Can Find It.

Enter any HEX, RGB, or HSL value and instantly identify your color — complete with harmonies, tints, shades, and CMYK values. The one tool for designers, architects, and creatives who need to specify with confidence.

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Closest Named Color
Terra Cotta
Exact match · CSS4 Named Color
HEX
#E2725B ⌘C
RGB
rgb(226, 114, 91) ⌘C
HSL
hsl(9°, 68%, 62%) ⌘C
CMYK
C:0 M:50 Y:60 K:11 ⌘C
Complementary
Triadic
Analogous

Color Name Finder — Identify Any Color Instantly

Chromonyms is a free color name finder for designers, architects, and creatives. Enter any HEX code or RGB value and instantly discover what the color is called — chosen from a library of over 600 named colors spanning CSS4 standards, architectural terminology, and designer-favorite names like Terra Cotta, Sage Green, Prussian Blue, and Greige.

How to find a color name from a HEX code

Simply type your 6-digit HEX value into the input field above (e.g. #C9A0DC for Wisteria). Chromonyms uses a perceptual color distance algorithm to match your color to the closest human-readable name — so results feel natural, not just mathematically nearest.

What designers and architects use it for

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E2725B?

The hex color #E2725B is Terra Cotta — a warm red-orange inspired by the fired clay used in Mediterranean architecture, pottery, and roof tiles.

How many colors are in the database?

Over 600 named colors, including all CSS4 named colors, common paint and pigment names, architectural color terms, and designer-culture names like Millennial Pink, Greige, and Hague Blue.

Can I convert RGB to a color name?

Yes — enter R, G, and B values individually in the RGB fields. Chromonyms converts them to HEX and finds the closest named color in real time.

Is Chromonyms free?

Completely free, with no sign-up or account required.

About Chromonyms

Chromonyms is a free color identification tool built for designers, architects, and creatives who work with color every day. Whether you have a HEX code, an RGB value, or just the name of a color in your head, Chromonyms helps you find exactly what you need — instantly and without sign-up.

Our database contains over 600 named colors drawn from CSS4 web standards, Pantone references, and the most widely used paint brands including Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, Farrow & Ball, and Behr. For the most contested color names — those that vary dramatically between brands — we list every major brand variant side by side, so you can specify with confidence.

Chromonyms was built with one goal in mind: to be the most accurate and beautiful color naming tool on the web. We believe that every color has a name, and every designer deserves to find it.

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Get in Touch

Have a color name we're missing? Spotted an inaccuracy in our database? Or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you.

You can reach us directly at info@chromonyms.com — we read every message and aim to respond within 2 business days.

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 17, 2026

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Terms of Service

Last updated: July 17, 2026

By accessing or using chromonyms.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Use of the Site

Chromonyms provides a free tool for identifying and naming colors based on HEX, RGB, and HSL values. You may use the Site for personal or professional reference purposes. You agree not to misuse the Site, interfere with its normal operation, or attempt to access it through automated means in a way that places undue load on our infrastructure.

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The Site's design, layout, original text, and underlying code are the property of Chromonyms unless otherwise noted. Color names, being widely used industry and cultural references, are not exclusive to Chromonyms; however, the specific compilation, presentation, and associated content on this Site may not be copied or redistributed without permission.

Accuracy of Information

Color names, harmonies, and conversions are provided for reference and creative purposes only. While we aim for accuracy, color perception can vary by device, screen calibration, and individual eyesight, and brand-specific paint or Pantone matches should be verified against official manufacturer sources before use in production, print, or purchasing decisions.

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