Amethyst (given name)

Amethyst is a given name derived from a semi-precious violet variety of quartz that is also used to make jewelry. Ancient Greeks believed the stone prevented intoxication. An amethyst is also the birthstone for people born in February.[1]

Amethyst
An amethyst ring stone. The name is taken from the name for the semi-precious quartz used to make jewelry such as the birthstone for February.
GenderPrimarily female
Language(s)Greek
Origin
MeaningAmethyst

The name may refer to:

Females
  • Amethyst Amelia Kelly, Australian recording artist known by the stage name Iggy Azalea (born 1990)

Males
  • Amethyst Bradley Ralani (born 1987), South African football player who plays for the Mamelodi Sundowns in the Premier Soccer League

References
  1. "Meaning, origin and history of the name Amethyst".
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