Maroon Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values

Looking for specific maroon color code? Get exact maroon hex code #800000 and maroon RGB code rgb(128,0,0). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this deep, brownish-red color.

HEX#800000

RGBrgb(128,0,0)

Shades of Maroon

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Shades (Adding Black)

• 3B82F6

  rgb(59, 130, 246)
• 376BC8

  rgb(55, 107, 200)
• 31559D

  rgb(49, 85, 157)
• 294073

  rgb(41, 64, 115)
• 202C4C

  rgb(32, 44, 76)
• 151928

  rgb(21, 25, 40)
• 000000

  rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

• 3B82F6

  rgb(59, 130, 246)
• 6D95F8

  rgb(109, 149, 248)
• 91A9FA

  rgb(145, 169, 250)
• AFBEFC

  rgb(175, 190, 252)
• CBD3FD

  rgb(203, 211, 253)
• E5E9FE

  rgb(229, 233, 254)
• FFFFFF

  rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

• 3B82F6

  rgb(59, 130, 246)
• 5082E9

  rgb(80, 130, 233)
• 6182D7

  rgb(97, 130, 215)
• 6F83C4

  rgb(111, 131, 196)
• 7983B0

  rgb(121, 131, 176)
• 80849B

  rgb(128, 132, 155)
• 808080

  rgb(128, 128, 128)

Maroon Palette

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors

Lightest

#DAF1FF

Light

#ACD2F3

Medium Light

#7AB5E7

Medium

#3498DB

Medium Dark

#2B6F9F

Dark

#214967

Darkest

#142634

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors

Base End

#3498DB

Left Dark

#76AEE2

Left Medium

#A4C5E9

Left Light

#CEDDEF

Neutral

#F5F5F5

Right Light

#F5D5C3

Right Medium

#F1B593

Right Dark

#E89664

Complementary End

#DB7734

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors

Lightest

#FFFFFF

Light

#A9CAED

Medium

#3498DB

Dark

#004D89

Darkest

#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors

Left Adjacent 2

#34DB77

Left Adjacent 1

#34DBCB

Main

#3498DB

Right Adjacent 1

#3445DB

Right Adjacent 2

#7734DB

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors

Main

#3498DB

Complementary

#DB7734

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors

Main

#3498DB

Secondary

#DB3498

Tertiary

#98DB34

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors

Main

#3498DB

Right 90°

#CB34DB

Complementary

#DB7734

Left 90°

#45DB34

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors

Main

#3498DB

Secondary

#7734DB

Complementary

#DB7734

Complementary Secondary

#98DB34

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors

Main

#3498DB

Split Left

#DB3444

Split Right

#DBCB34

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors

0°

#3498DB

45°

#4D34DB

90°

#CB34DB

135°

#DB346E

180°

#DB7734

225°

#C2DB34

270°

#45DB34

315°

#34DBA1

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors

Light Pastel

#A2B6C3

Pastel 1

#AFBFCB

Pastel 2

#BBC9D3

Pastel 3

#C7D3DB

Pastel 4

#D4DDE3

Deep Pastel

#E0E7EB

Common Red Color Codes (HEX & RGB)

Red →

HEX:#FF0000

RGB:rgb(255, 0, 0)

Dark Red →

HEX:#8B0000

RGB:rgb(139, 0, 0)

Blood Red →

HEX:#880808

RGB:rgb(136,8,8)

Maroon →

HEX:#800000

RGB:rgb(128, 0, 0)

Burgundy →

HEX:#800020

RGB:rgb(128, 0, 32)

Crimson →

HEX:#DC143C

RGB:rgb(220, 20, 60)

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HEX Color Value

All Formats:

• HEX:
  #ECB12E
• RGB:
  rgb(236, 177, 46)
• CMYK:
  cmyk(0%, 25%, 81%, 7%)
• HSV:
  hsv(41°, 81%, 93%)
• HSL:
  hsl(41°, 83%, 55%)

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What is Maroon?

Maroon is a deep, dark brownish-red — one of the most grounded and earthy shades in the red family. The word "maroon" comes from the French marron, meaning "chestnut," which perfectly captures the color's warm, nut-brown undertone. Unlike the fiery energy of scarlet or the regal coolness of burgundy, maroon feels natural, stable, and quietly authoritative.

In digital terms, maroon is defined by the hex code #800000 or rgb(128, 0, 0) — exactly half the intensity of full red in each channel, with zero green and zero blue. This simplicity gives maroon its unique character: it reads as a red that has been tempered, darkened, and made more serious. Its CMYK equivalent leans heavily on magenta and yellow with a substantial black component, producing a rich, earthy print color.

Maroon vs Similar Colors

Maroon lives in the deep red zone but stands apart from its neighbors:

Color	HEX Code	Key Difference
Maroon	#800000	Dark brownish-red, warm and earthy
Burgundy	#800020	Cool wine-red with purple undertone
Chestnut	#954535	Medium reddish-brown, much warmer
Chocolate	#7B3F00	Deep brown with only a hint of red
Cordovan	#893F45	Rosy-brown, more pink-leaning

Maroon is warmer and earthier than burgundy — where burgundy leans purple, maroon leans brown. Compared to chestnut, maroon retains more red presence, making it feel like a true red variant rather than a brown.

Color Psychology and Meaning

Maroon's dark, earthy quality gives it a psychological profile distinct from brighter reds. It conveys stability and depth rather than urgency or excitement:

• Institutional trust: Maroon is widely used by universities, banks, and government bodies — it suggests tradition, reliability, and established credibility
• Warmth and comfort: The brown undertone evokes natural materials like wood, leather, and soil, making maroon feel grounded and reassuring
• Quiet authority: Unlike scarlet's demand for attention, maroon commands respect through restraint and maturity
• Autumnal richness: Maroon is strongly associated with fall — harvest themes, warm gatherings, and seasonal coziness

For brands, maroon is the choice when you want to convey experience, trustworthiness, and a connection to tradition without appearing old-fashioned.

Using Maroon in Design

Maroon's depth opens specific creative doors:

Web and UI Design: Maroon excels as a primary brand color for educational institutions, nonprofits, and financial services. It creates warm, professional headers and subtle dividers. Its high contrast against white makes it readable as body text at larger sizes, though smaller text benefits from slightly lighter maroon variants.

Graphic and Print Design: Maroon dominates university merchandise, diploma designs, and institutional branding. It pairs naturally with gold or cream for certificates, letterhead, and official documents. In editorial design, maroon creates sophisticated pull quotes and chapter headings.

Fashion and Interior Design: A classic autumn color, maroon appears in wool sweaters, leather boots, and felt hats. In interiors, maroon works beautifully in area rugs, throw pillows, and painted accent furniture — especially in spaces with lots of natural wood and warm lighting.

Brand Identity: Texas A&M University, the University of Chicago, and the Arizona Cardinals (NFL) all own maroon as a core brand color, leveraging its balance of energy and tradition.

Color Harmony and Combinations

Maroon's warm, earthy nature pairs beautifully with:

• Monochromatic: Lighter maroon, rust, and terra-cotta create warm depth
• Complementary: Muted teal or forest green offers refined contrast
• Analogous: Rust, auburn, and chocolate blend into a rich autumnal palette
• Split-complementary: Teal and sage green add freshness without clashing
• Neutral anchoring: Cream, tan, gold, and warm grey let maroon be the star

For accessibility, maroon (#800000) on white achieves approximately 8.6:1 contrast — excellent for text readability at any size.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maroon hex code?

The standard maroon hex code is #800000. This deep brownish-red is used across design platforms, CSS, and institutional branding.

What colors go well with maroon?

Maroon pairs well with gold, cream, beige, forest green, navy blue, and charcoal. For a warmer palette, combine maroon with rust, tan, and mustard.

Is maroon the same as burgundy?

No. Maroon (#800000) is a brownish-red, while burgundy (#800020) is a purplish-red. Maroon feels warmer and earthier; burgundy feels cooler and more wine-like.

Are maroon and brown the same?

No. Maroon is a dark red with brown undertones, while true brown contains no red dominance. Maroon is distinctly redder than brown shades like chestnut or chocolate.

What are the RGB values for maroon?

The maroon RGB code is rgb(128, 0, 0) — exactly half intensity red, with zero green and blue.

What is maroon's CMYK value?

The maroon CMYK value is approximately C:0, M:100, Y:100, K:50, with heavy magenta, yellow, and black ink producing its characteristic earthiness in print.