Amathyst

Amethyst is a name of Greek origin that comes from the gemstone of the same name. The word "amethyst" translates to "not drunken" in Ancient Greek. This is because, according to ancient lore, the amethyst had the power to protect its wearer from getting drunk. In terms of history, the use of amethyst as a gemstone dates back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece. In fact, it was one of the twelve stones in the breastplate of the High Priest of Israel. Amethysts were also popular among European royalty during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods. As for its popularity as a given name, amethyst has never been particularly common. However, it has experienced some periods of popularity, especially during the late Victorian era when there was a trend towards using gemstone names like sapphire and opal. Today, amethyst is still not a mainstream name but may be chosen by parents looking for something unique and beautiful.