Rainbow emoji meaning

The rainbow emoji represents a colorful arc of light, similar to the natural phenomenon that appears in the sky after rain. It usually features the left side of a rainbow with six bright color bands: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet. This emoji is often used to symbolize hope, diversity, and positivity. It is also strongly associated with LGBTQ+ pride and inclusivity, making it a popular choice during celebrations like Pride Month. Beyond these meanings, the rainbow emoji is widely used to express joy, happiness, and bright moments, making it a cheerful and versatile symbol for many occasions.

The rainbow emoji was approved in Unicode 6.0 and added in Emoji 1.0, see related proposal L2/09026