![]() 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. | |
Gender | Primarily female |
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Language(s) | Greek |
Origin | |
Meaning | Amethyst |
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]
The name may refer to:
![]() 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. | |
Gender | Primarily female |
---|---|
Language(s) | Greek |
Origin | |
Meaning | Amethyst |
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]
The name may refer to: