Heart Emoji Color Meanings: What That 💛 Really Means
Ever wondered what all the colored heart emojis mean? Me too — especially when I started noticing how I always signed things with a 💛. It’s my go-to for warmth, kindness, and connection — and I like to think of it as a signature for Living with Dana. So I went down the rabbit hole of digital heart meanings… and now I’m sharing the love (literally)!
Here’s a quick guide to what each heart emoji typically stands for — though of course, you do you. 💘
💛 Yellow Heart
Meaning: Friendship, warmth, joy, positivity.
Dana’s Note: This is my personal favorite! I use it to say “I’m here,” “You matter,” or “This made me smile.”
❤️ Red Heart
Meaning: Classic love, romance, deep affection.
Dana’s Note: Valentine’s Day’s favorite. Often used for family, partners, or passionate causes.
🧡 Orange Heart
Meaning: Care, comfort, or platonic affection.
Dana’s Note: A cozy hug. Less intense than red, more heartfelt than yellow.
💚 Green Heart
Meaning: Health, healing, nature, growth.
Dana’s Note: Perfect for wellness messages, gratitude, or a “green thumbs up.”
💙 Blue Heart
Meaning: Trust, peace, loyalty.
Dana’s Note: Often used in friendships and calm, supportive messages. Also: sports teams, awareness days, and baby boys.
💜 Purple Heart
Meaning: Creativity, compassion, luxury, or spiritual energy.
Dana’s Note: Great for encouraging someone’s bold ideas or celebrating a little flair.
🖤 Black Heart
Meaning: Dark humor, sorrow, rebellion, or aesthetic edge.
Dana’s Note: Think Halloween, emo playlists, or those days when you’re glam but moody.
🤍 White Heart
Meaning: Pure love, simplicity, calm, remembrance.
Dana’s Note: A lovely choice for sympathy, support, or spiritual reflection.
🤎 Brown Heart
Meaning: Warmth, stability, diversity, natural beauty.
Dana’s Note: Underrated but so cozy — like a hug in emoji form.
❤️🔥 Heart on Fire
Meaning: Passion, intense love, burning desire.
Dana’s Note: Romantic or spicy. Proceed with caution. 😏
❤️🩹 Mending Heart
Meaning: Healing, recovery, emotional support.
Dana’s Note: Perfect for checking in on someone or offering comfort.
💖 Pink Sparkly Heart
Warm fuzzies and a little sparkle. For when you’re sending love and glitter. Ideal for cheering someone on or celebrating small wins (like finally organizing the junk drawer!).
No matter which color you choose, heart emojis are a sweet, simple way to say “I care” — and now you know exactly what vibe you’re sending. I’ll still be here, signing off with my trusty 💛. It means “you’re part of my circle,” and I love having you here.
xoxo, Dana 💛
DOWNLOAD this free chart showing what each heart emoji color represents!
If you enjoy my blog, you’ll love my weekly newsletter! Each Monday, I send a short and sweet email with highlights from the blog, sneak peeks at what’s coming up, and a few of my current favorites. It’s the easiest way to stay connected — and it’s completely free!
💌 How to Sign Up:
Just scroll down any page on LivingWithDana.com and look for the Subscribe box. It’s usually in the sidebar or at the bottom of the page. Enter your name and email, hit submit, and you’re in!
Reach out via your favorite social media:
Instagram = @danascammon
X (Twitter) = _LivingWithDana
Pinterest = lifewithdana
LinkedIn = living-with-dana
YouTube = @DanaScammon
TikTok = @danascammon
This is a nice reference chart! Thanks for creating this!