The Google Gemini logo features the four-pointed “spark” representing a Guiding Light or a “North Star” in the vast landscape of artificial intelligence. It symbolizes the moment of insight when AI transforms complex data into clear, actionable knowledge.
“Gemini,” derived from the Latin word for “twins,” it pays homage to NASA’s Project Gemini, which acted as the bridge between the Mercury and Apollo missions. As that mission bridged eras in space exploration, Google’s Gemini bridges DeepMind and Google Brain into one integrated AI force. The name Gemini itself refers back to the third sign of the Zodiac (Castor and Pollux), which has historically symbolized duality and communication—fitting for a conversational AI.
The logo is built from the negative space of four adjoining circles, drawing from the iconic four-color dots of the Google Assistant. This connection emphasizes a transition from a reactive assistant to a proactive, generative intelligence that feels both ethereal and grounded.
The modern “rainbow” gradient version further integrates the tool into the Google Workspace family. By using signature red, yellow, green, and blue hues, the design reflects multimodality—the ability to process text, image, and code seamlessly—while maintaining a sense of warmth and accessibility.
