Greek · Girl name
Amethyst
“not intoxicated”
About the name Amethyst
Amethyst is a name of Greek origin, derived from the word ‘amethystos’, meaning ‘not intoxicated’. It is also the name of a purple gemstone, which has been associated with clarity and sobriety throughout history. The name is often given to girls and carries a sense of elegance and beauty, reflecting its gemstone counterpart.
- Meaning
- not intoxicated
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- AM-eh-thist(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Amethyst
- Amethyst Rose
- Amethyst Marie
- Amethyst Elizabeth
- Amethyst Grace
- Amethyst Lynn
Questions about Amethyst
- What does Amethyst mean?
- Amethyst is a Greek name meaning "not intoxicated".
- How do you pronounce Amethyst?
- Amethyst is pronounced AM-eh-thist, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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