Colors That Start With D: 80 Names & Hex Codes

If you’ve ever described a color as dusty, deep, or dazzling, you already know how rich the D section of the palette is. This guide covers colors that start with D, and there are 80 of them here. Each entry includes the name, Hex code, RGB values, and CMYK values. That means you can copy a code straight into a design file, a website, or a print order.

The list runs from soft Dandelion yellow to near-black Dark Jungle Green. It also includes crisp blues like Denim, bright pinks like Deep Pink, and calm neutrals like Dutch White. Every shade has a short note on its tone and undertone. You will see which ones lean warm, which lean cool, and which look alike.

Quick Jump Guide: Color Families Covered

Not sure where to start? Here are the color families in this collection of color names beginning with D. Jump to the one you need.

Reds: 9 colors
Blues: 14 colors
Greens: 11 colors
Browns: 9 colors
Neutrals: 10 colors
Pinks and Purples: 17 colors
Yellows and Oranges: 10 colors

The full list below is in strict A to Z order. If you prefer to browse by hue, skip ahead to the family table.

Quick Tip: Always check a color on the screen or paper where it will be used. A shade like Dark Slate Gray can look bluer on one monitor and greener on another.

Full List of Colors That Start With D (A to Z)

Each color below follows the same format. You get a short description, then the codes. The CMYK numbers are approximate screen-to-print conversions, so a print shop may adjust them a little.

Dandelion

A bright, sunny yellow with a faint lemon-green edge. It borrows its name from the cheerful lawn flower. Hex: #F0E130 | RGB: 240, 225, 48 | CMYK: 0, 6, 80, 588

Dark Blue

Deep and pure, this blue has no warmth in it at all. It looks far heavier than its lively cousin Dodger Blue. Hex: #00008B | RGB: 0, 0, 139 | CMYK: 100, 100, 0, 4549

Dark Blue-Gray

Soft and dusty, with a quiet violet lean. Picture storm clouds settling in just before dusk. Hex: #666699 | RGB: 102, 102, 153 | CMYK: 33, 33, 0, 4000

Dark Brown

Warm and earthy, like strong coffee or wet garden soil. A reddish amber undertone keeps it friendly. Hex: #654321 | RGB: 101, 67, 33 | CMYK: 0, 34, 67, 6039

Dark Byzantium

This plum has a touch of gray tucked inside it. The mood is formal, moody, and a little vintage. Hex: #5D3954 | RGB: 93, 57, 84 | CMYK: 0, 39, 10, 6353

Dark Candy Apple Red

A strong, glossy red with no orange in sight. It sits just a step brighter than Dark Red. Hex: #A40000 | RGB: 164, 0, 0 | CMYK: 0, 100, 100, 3569

Dark Cerulean

Think deep sea rather than open sky. The blue is steady and inky, with the faintest teal hint. Hex: #08457E | RGB: 8, 69, 126 | CMYK: 94, 45, 0, 5059

Dark Chestnut

Dusty and soft, with a rosy undertone. It reminds you of old leather warmed by the sun. Hex: #986960 | RGB: 152, 105, 96 | CMYK: 0, 31, 37, 4039

Dark Coral

A baked, terracotta-leaning coral. Compared with Coral-type pinks, it feels earthier and more grown-up. Hex: #CD5B45 | RGB: 205, 91, 69 | CMYK: 0, 56, 66, 1961

Dark Cyan

Cool and calm, this teal sits right between blue and green. Pool tiles and deep lagoons come to mind. Hex: #008B8B | RGB: 0, 139, 139 | CMYK: 100, 0, 0, 4549

Dark Electric Blue

A smoky blue-gray that leans cool. It feels like brushed steel under a cloudy sky. Hex: #536878 | RGB: 83, 104, 120 | CMYK: 31, 13, 0, 5294

Dark Goldenrod

Rich old-gold with a brownish depth. It looks like antique brass rather than shiny coins. Hex: #B8860B | RGB: 184, 134, 11 | CMYK: 0, 27, 94, 2784

Dark Gray

Here is a fun quirk: this gray is actually lighter than Dim Gray. It is a clean, neutral mid-tone with no tint. Hex: #A9A9A9 | RGB: 169, 169, 169 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 3373

Dark Green

Pure and shadowy, like a pine forest at noon. Almost no yellow shows up in it. Hex: #006400 | RGB: 0, 100, 0 | CMYK: 100, 0, 100, 6078

Dark Jungle Green

So deep it almost passes for black. Look closely, and a cool green tint appears. Hex: #1A2421 | RGB: 26, 36, 33 | CMYK: 28, 0, 8, 8588

Dark Khaki

A muted, olive-tinged yellow with a sandy feel. Field jackets and canvas bags come to mind. Hex: #BDB76B | RGB: 189, 183, 107 | CMYK: 0, 3, 43, 2588

Dark Lava

A smoky brown with a warm gray core. It feels like charred wood or dark roasted beans. Hex: #483C32 | RGB: 72, 60, 50 | CMYK: 0, 17, 31, 7176

Dark Liver

A heavy warm gray with the faintest purple whisper. It works well where black feels too harsh. Hex: #534B4F | RGB: 83, 75, 79 | CMYK: 0, 10, 5, 6745

Dark Magenta

Intense and fully saturated, this shade lands squarely between purple and magenta. It is far deeper than Deep Magenta. Hex: #8B008B | RGB: 139, 0, 139 | CMYK: 0, 100, 0, 4549

Dark Midnight Blue

A crisp, serious navy. It feels like the sky just after the last light fades. Hex: #003366 | RGB: 0, 51, 102 | CMYK: 100, 50, 0, 6000

Dark Moss Green

Mossy, damp, and woodsy. A yellow-brown undertone gives it an earthy glow. Hex: #4A5D23 | RGB: 74, 93, 35 | CMYK: 20, 0, 62, 6353

Dark Olive Green

Quiet and grounded, with a gentle gray lean. It leans a little lighter and softer than Dark Moss Green. Hex: #556B2F | RGB: 85, 107, 47 | CMYK: 21, 0, 56, 5804

Dark Orange

Bold and hot, with a golden lean. It lands between pure orange and amber. Hex: #FF8C00 | RGB: 255, 140, 0 | CMYK: 0, 45, 100, 0

Dark Orchid

A vivid, juicy purple with plenty of punch. Its pink undertone makes it feel playful, not stern. Hex: #9932CC | RGB: 153, 50, 204 | CMYK: 25, 75, 0, 2000

Dark Pastel Green

Despite the soft-sounding name, this green is bright and fresh. It pops like new leaves in spring. Hex: #03C03C | RGB: 3, 192, 60 | CMYK: 98, 0, 69, 2471

Dark Pink

A lively, rosy pink with a berry undertone. It is warmer than Deep Pink and a touch softer. Hex: #E75480 | RGB: 231, 84, 128 | CMYK: 0, 64, 45, 941

Dark Powder Blue

Rich and royal, with a confident, deep glow. The name says powder, but the color says bold. Hex: #003399 | RGB: 0, 51, 153 | CMYK: 100, 67, 0, 4000

Dark Purple

Nearly black, with a deep plum glow inside. It feels like grape skins at midnight. Hex: #301934 | RGB: 48, 25, 52 | CMYK: 8, 52, 0, 7961

Dark Raspberry

A wine-toned berry shade with a muted, mature feel. It brings to mind jam simmering on the stove. Hex: #872657 | RGB: 135, 38, 87 | CMYK: 0, 72, 36, 4706

Dark Red

Classic and weighty, with no orange or pink in it. It feels like cherry juice or old velvet. Hex: #8B0000 | RGB: 139, 0, 0 | CMYK: 0, 100, 100, 4549

Dark Salmon

A soft, peachy orange-pink with a warm glow. Compare it with Dark Coral, which looks far deeper. Hex: #E9967A | RGB: 233, 150, 122 | CMYK: 0, 36, 48, 863

Dark Scarlet

Almost wine, almost black. A cool crimson undertone gives it a dramatic edge. Hex: #560319 | RGB: 86, 3, 25 | CMYK: 0, 97, 71, 6627

Dark Sea Green

A gentle, washed green with a slight gray cast. It looks like sage leaves dusted with sea mist. Hex: #8FBC8F | RGB: 143, 188, 143 | CMYK: 24, 0, 24, 2627

Dark Sienna

This one is a very deep reddish brown. At a glance, it looks nearly black, until light hits it. Hex: #3C1414 | RGB: 60, 20, 20 | CMYK: 0, 67, 67, 7647

Dark Sky Blue

Light and airy, with a faint gray softness. It feels like a clear morning over cool water. Hex: #8CBED6 | RGB: 140, 190, 214 | CMYK: 35, 11, 0, 1608

Dark Slate Blue

A smoky blue-violet that feels deep and thoughtful. Twilight hills are a good mental picture. Hex: #483D8B | RGB: 72, 61, 139 | CMYK: 48, 56, 0, 4549

Dark Slate Gray

A deep gray with a cool green-teal undertone. It looks like wet slate after rain. Hex: #2F4F4F | RGB: 47, 79, 79 | CMYK: 41, 0, 0, 6902

Dark Spring Green

Lush and shaded, with a cool blue undertone. Think of dense ivy in a quiet courtyard. Hex: #177245 | RGB: 23, 114, 69 | CMYK: 80, 0, 39, 5529

Dark Tan

An olive-leaning tan with a dry, dusty finish. Desert scrub and worn canvas come to mind. Hex: #918151 | RGB: 145, 129, 81 | CMYK: 0, 11, 44, 4314

Dark Tangerine

Glowing and warm, this shade leans toward yellow-orange. It looks like citrus peel under bright light. Hex: #FFA812 | RGB: 255, 168, 18 | CMYK: 0, 34, 93, 0

Dark Terra Cotta

A rosy red with a coral-pink twist. It feels warmer than a pure crimson but still bold. Hex: #CC4E5C | RGB: 204, 78, 92 | CMYK: 0, 62, 55, 2000

Dark Turquoise

Bright, cool, and tropical. It is a clear cyan-teal that looks like shallow reef water. Hex: #00CED1 | RGB: 0, 206, 209 | CMYK: 100, 1, 0, 1804

Dark Vanilla

A soft, warm beige with a creamy tone. It feels like latte foam stirred with a little cocoa. Hex: #D1BEA8 | RGB: 209, 190, 168 | CMYK: 0, 9, 20, 1804

Dark Violet

Electric and rich, with a strong purple punch. It is brighter and more intense than Dark Orchid. Hex: #9400D3 | RGB: 148, 0, 211 | CMYK: 30, 100, 0, 1725

Image caption: Swatch grid of every Dark-prefixed shade, from Dark Blue to Dark Violet, arranged from light to deep.

Dartmouth Green

A deep, steady green with a cool, forest-like feel. It carries the name of the college whose school color it is. Hex: #00703C | RGB: 0, 112, 60 | CMYK: 100, 0, 46, 5608

Davy’s Grey

A dead-neutral, medium-dark gray. No warmth and no coolness, just a clean charcoal feel. Hex: #555555 | RGB: 85, 85, 85 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 6667

Debian Red

A hot, vivid red with a pink-raspberry lean. The name comes from the logo of the Debian software project. Hex: #D70A53 | RGB: 215, 10, 83 | CMYK: 0, 95, 61, 1569

Deep Carmine

Strong and slightly cool, with a crimson heart. It feels richer and darker than a plain red. Hex: #A9203E | RGB: 169, 32, 62 | CMYK: 0, 81, 63, 3373

Deep Carrot Orange

Warm and punchy, with a hint of red. It looks like a fresh carrot with the dirt just washed off. Hex: #E9692C | RGB: 233, 105, 44 | CMYK: 0, 55, 81, 863

Deep Cerise

A hot pink with a strong magenta kick. It is bold, flashy, and impossible to ignore. Hex: #DA3287 | RGB: 218, 50, 135 | CMYK: 0, 77, 38, 1451

Deep Champagne

A pale, golden peach with a creamy glow. It feels like warm candlelight on a tablecloth. Hex: #FAD6A5 | RGB: 250, 214, 165 | CMYK: 0, 14, 34, 196

Deep Chestnut

A reddish brown with a brick-like warmth. It leans redder than Dark Chestnut. Hex: #B94E48 | RGB: 185, 78, 72 | CMYK: 0, 58, 61, 2745

Deep Coffee

A warm, rosy brown with a mellow feel. The mood is cozy, like a mug held with both hands. Hex: #704241 | RGB: 112, 66, 65 | CMYK: 0, 41, 42, 5608

Deep Fuchsia

A bright orchid shade between pink and purple. It feels playful, fresh, and a bit theatrical. Hex: #C154C1 | RGB: 193, 84, 193 | CMYK: 0, 56, 0, 2431

Deep Jungle Green

A shadowy teal-green with a cool, damp feel. It looks like thick leaves in a rainforest. Hex: #004B49 | RGB: 0, 75, 73 | CMYK: 100, 0, 3, 7059

Deep Lemon

A golden, buttery yellow with a warm tilt. It is deeper and richer than Dandelion. Hex: #F5C71A | RGB: 245, 199, 26 | CMYK: 0, 19, 89, 392

Deep Lilac

A medium purple with a soft, floral feel. Its pink-leaning side keeps it gentle. Hex: #9955BB | RGB: 153, 85, 187 | CMYK: 18, 55, 0, 2667

Deep Magenta

A loud, pure magenta with no gray in it. It looks brighter and lighter than Dark Magenta. Hex: #CC00CC | RGB: 204, 0, 204 | CMYK: 0, 100, 0, 2000

Deep Mauve

A bright, candy-like orchid pink. It is lighter and sweeter than most mauves. Hex: #DF73D4 | RGB: 223, 115, 212 | CMYK: 0, 48, 5, 1255

Deep Moss Green

A calm forest green with a hint of blue. It feels cooler than Dark Moss Green. Hex: #355E3B | RGB: 53, 94, 59 | CMYK: 44, 0, 37, 6314

Deep Peach

A pale, creamy peach with a soft orange glow. It feels warm without being loud. Hex: #FFCBA4 | RGB: 255, 203, 164 | CMYK: 0, 20, 36, 0

Deep Pink

Neon-bright and unmistakable. The color is hot pink with a touch of magenta. Hex: #FF1493 | RGB: 255, 20, 147 | CMYK: 0, 92, 42, 0

Image caption: Side-by-side swatches of the pink and magenta shades that start with D, from Dark Pink to Deep Pink.

Deep Puce

A dusty rose with a brownish shadow. Its muted tone feels vintage and slightly moody. Hex: #A95C68 | RGB: 169, 92, 104 | CMYK: 0, 46, 38, 3373

Deep Ruby

A wine-berry shade with a muted, purple lean. It looks like red grape juice in low light. Hex: #843F5B | RGB: 132, 63, 91 | CMYK: 0, 52, 31, 4824

Deep Saffron

A warm, golden orange with a spice-market feel. It glows like a lantern. Hex: #FF9933 | RGB: 255, 153, 51 | CMYK: 0, 40, 80, 0

Image caption: Warm swatch strip of yellows and oranges beginning with D, from Dandelion to Deep Saffron.

Deep Sky Blue

Crisp and electric, with a cool cyan edge. It looks like a perfect summer sky on a screen. Hex: #00BFFF | RGB: 0, 191, 255 | CMYK: 100, 25, 0, 0

Deep Space Sparkle

A cool, smoky gray-teal with a quiet depth. It feels like steel with a trace of sea. Hex: #4A646C | RGB: 74, 100, 108 | CMYK: 31, 7, 0, 5765

Deep Taupe

A mauve-tinged brown with a soft, dusty feel. It sits between rosy gray and warm brown. Hex: #7E5E60 | RGB: 126, 94, 96 | CMYK: 0, 25, 24, 5059

Denim

A strong, honest blue with a faded-cotton feel. The name comes from the sturdy fabric used for jeans. Hex: #1560BD | RGB: 21, 96, 189 | CMYK: 89, 49, 0, 2588

Desert Sand

A light, warm beige with a peachy glow. It looks like sun-baked dunes in the afternoon. Hex: #EDC9AF | RGB: 237, 201, 175 | CMYK: 0, 15, 26, 706

Diamond

A pale, icy blue that feels sparkling and cool. The name nods to the famous gemstone. Hex: #B9F2FF | RGB: 185, 242, 255 | CMYK: 27, 5, 0, 0

Dim Gray

A true, neutral mid-dark gray. It is darker than Dark Gray, which surprises many people. Hex: #696969 | RGB: 105, 105, 105 | CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 5882

Dingy Dungeon

A deep crimson with a rosy tilt. Despite the gloomy name, it looks rich and bold. Hex: #C53151 | RGB: 197, 49, 81 | CMYK: 0, 75, 59, 2275

Dodger Blue

Bright and energetic, with a clear, cool tone. It is much livelier than Dark Blue. Hex: #1E90FF | RGB: 30, 144, 255 | CMYK: 88, 44, 0, 0

Dogwood Rose

A deep, hot rose with a berry leaning. It echoes the blooms of the dogwood tree. Hex: #D71868 | RGB: 215, 24, 104 | CMYK: 0, 89, 52, 1569

Dollar Bill

A fresh, soft green with a yellow touch. The name points to the famous banknote shade. Hex: #85BB65 | RGB: 133, 187, 101 | CMYK: 29, 0, 46, 2667

Drab

An olive-brown with a muted, golden feel. It looks like old khaki canvas faded by time. Hex: #967117 | RGB: 150, 113, 23 | CMYK: 0, 25, 85, 4118

Duke Blue

A strong, pure royal blue. It is almost the same as Dark Blue, just a little brighter. Hex: #00009C | RGB: 0, 0, 156 | CMYK: 100, 100, 0, 3882

Image caption: Blue shades that start with D in one row, running from icy Diamond to deep Duke Blue.

Dust Storm

A pale, warm blush-beige. It looks like fine dust settled on a pink wall. Hex: #E5CCC9 | RGB: 229, 204, 201 | CMYK: 0, 11, 12, 1020

Dutch White

A creamy, warm off-white with a yellow undertone. It feels soft and lived-in, like aged paper. Hex: #EFDFBB | RGB: 239, 223, 187 | CMYK: 0, 7, 22, 627

Color Names Beginning With D by Family

Browsing by hue is often faster. The table below groups all the colors that begin with D into their main families. Use it to compare shades that sit close together.

Family	Colors
Reds	Dark Candy Apple Red, Dark Coral, Dark Red, Dark Salmon, Dark Scarlet, Dark Terra Cotta, Debian Red, Deep Carmine, Dingy Dungeon
Blues	Dark Blue, Dark Blue-Gray, Dark Cerulean, Dark Cyan, Dark Electric Blue, Dark Midnight Blue, Dark Powder Blue, Dark Sky Blue, Dark Turquoise, Deep Sky Blue, Denim, Diamond, Dodger Blue, Duke Blue
Greens	Dark Green, Dark Jungle Green, Dark Moss Green, Dark Olive Green, Dark Pastel Green, Dark Sea Green, Dark Spring Green, Dartmouth Green, Deep Jungle Green, Deep Moss Green, Dollar Bill
Browns	Dark Brown, Dark Chestnut, Dark Lava, Dark Sienna, Dark Tan, Deep Chestnut, Deep Coffee, Deep Taupe, Drab
Neutrals	Dark Gray, Dark Liver, Dark Slate Gray, Dark Vanilla, Davy’s Grey, Deep Space Sparkle, Desert Sand, Dim Gray, Dust Storm, Dutch White
Pinks and Purples	Dark Byzantium, Dark Magenta, Dark Orchid, Dark Pink, Dark Purple, Dark Raspberry, Dark Slate Blue, Dark Violet, Deep Cerise, Deep Fuchsia, Deep Lilac, Deep Magenta, Deep Mauve, Deep Pink, Deep Puce, Deep Ruby, Dogwood Rose
Yellows and Oranges	Dandelion, Dark Goldenrod, Dark Khaki, Dark Orange, Dark Tangerine, Deep Carrot Orange, Deep Champagne, Deep Lemon, Deep Peach, Deep Saffron

Some shades sit between families. Dark Slate Blue, for example, leans blue-violet, so it appears under purples. Dark Khaki is a muted yellow, so it appears under yellows.

Image caption: Color wheel showing where blues, greens, reds, and purples that start with D fall around the circle.

How to Read Hex, RGB, and CMYK Codes

Every color in this guide comes with three kinds of codes. Each one has a job. Here is a simple way to think about them.

Hex is a six-character code that starts with a hash sign. It is the standard choice for websites and apps. The first two characters set red, the next two set green, and the last two set blue. For example, Denim is #1560BD.

RGB shows the same color as three numbers from 0 to 255. Denim in RGB is 21, 96, 189. Use RGB for screens, slides, and video. It matches Hex exactly, just written in a different way.

CMYK stands for cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. It is the system used by printers. The values here come from the standard conversion formula, rounded to whole numbers. They are approximate because printed ink never matches a glowing screen perfectly.

A simple rule works well. Use Hex or RGB for anything on a screen. Use CMYK for anything on paper.

How to Use Shades Starting With the Letter D

Good color use is about pairing. These shades work in many fields. Here are four pairings drawn from the list, with codes you can copy.

Use	Pairing	Hex Codes	Why It Works
Graphic design	Denim and Dandelion	#1560BD and #F0E130	Blue and yellow sit opposite each other, so both pop.
Web design	Dark Slate Gray and Dutch White	#2F4F4F and #EFDFBB	Dark text on a cream background reads clearly (contrast about 6.8 to 1).
Interior design	Desert Sand and Dark Spring Green	#EDC9AF and #177245	A warm, sandy wall with a broad green accent feels calm and natural.
Fashion	Dark Byzantium and Deep Champagne	#5D3954 and #FAD6A5	A moody plum with a soft peach glow looks rich and elegant.

For graphic design, pick one bold shade and one calm one. Let the bold shade lead. Use Dodger Blue for a button, for example, and Dust Storm for the background.

For web design, always test contrast. Light text on a pale shade like Diamond will be hard to read. Pair it with Dark Midnight Blue instead.

For interiors, test a small paint sample first. Daylight changes everything. A shade like Dark Sea Green looks softer in morning light and deeper at night.

For fashion, think in groups of three. A deep shade, a mid shade, and a light shade make an easy outfit. Dark Brown, Deep Taupe, and Dutch White are a calm trio.

Image caption: Four paired swatch cards showing Denim with Dandelion, Dark Slate Gray with Dutch White, Desert Sand with Dark Spring Green, and Dark Byzantium with Deep Champagne.

Conclusion

You now have a full toolkit of colors that start with D. The range is wide, from icy Diamond to deep Dark Sienna. There are bright shades like Deep Pink and Dark Turquoise, and quiet ones like Davy’s Grey and Dutch White. Each comes with Hex, RGB, and CMYK codes you can use right away.

Ready to put them to work? [Try our color tool] to build a palette, or [explore related colors] to keep going.

FAQs About Colors That Start With D

What are some colors that start with D?

Popular picks include Denim (#1560BD), Dandelion (#F0E130), Diamond (#B9F2FF), Dark Green (#006400), and Dodger Blue (#1E90FF). They cover blues, yellows, greens, and more.

What is the darkest color that starts with D?

By measured brightness, the darkest shade in this list is Dark Sienna (#3C1414). Dark Purple and Dark Jungle Green are close behind. All of them look nearly black on a screen.

What is the lightest color that starts with D?

The lightest shade here is Diamond (#B9F2FF). Dutch White and Dandelion are close behind, with a warm, glowing feel.

What are some blue shades that start with D?

Denim, Dodger Blue, Deep Sky Blue, Dark Turquoise, and Duke Blue are all strong choices. Diamond is the palest blue, and Dark Blue is one of the deepest.