Amethyst Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAM-uh-thist / ˈæməˌθɪstGreek; English
Meaning
Greek: not intoxicated; English: a purple gemstone
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Amethyst is derived from the Greek word 'amethystos', meaning 'not intoxicated', as the stone was believed to prevent drunkenness. In ancient times, amethyst was associated with the Greek god Dionysus, the god of wine. The gemstone has been valued throughout history for its beauty and purported protective properties. It has also been used in various cultures as a symbol of clarity and calmness.
Trend Summary
The name Amethyst has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique gemstone names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Amethist
International Variants
- Améthyste (French)
- Amatista (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amethyst was first seen in the United States in 1967. Amethyst has ranked as high as #1158 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Amethyst has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amethyst (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 28 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| CO | 6 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| KY | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 37 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 51 |
| 1989 | 64 |
| 1990 | 76 |
| 1991 | 76 |
| 1992 | 92 |
| 1993 | 88 |
| 1994 | 87 |
| 1995 | 88 |
| 1996 | 89 |
| 1997 | 103 |
| 1998 | 96 |
| 1999 | 102 |
| 2000 | 95 |
| 2001 | 95 |
| 2002 | 98 |
| 2003 | 105 |
| 2004 | 97 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2007 | 70 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 62 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 62 |
| 2012 | 75 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 95 |
| 2015 | 128 |
| 2016 | 160 |
| 2017 | 177 |
| 2018 | 168 |
| 2019 | 189 |
| 2020 | 184 |
| 2021 | 215 |
| 2022 | 235 |
| 2023 | 206 |
| 2024 | 173 |