Not intoxicated
Derived from the Greek word 'amethystos', the name refers to the ancient belief that the gemstone protected its owner from drunkenness. In Greek mythology, the stone was associated with Dionysus and was prized for its deep purple hue. As a name, it follows the Victorian tradition of using gemstones as feminine given names.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A powerful magical gem-based warrior · Steven Universe
Birth name of Australian rapper Iggy Azalea
Princess of Gemworld and DC Comics superhero · Amethyst, Princess of Gemworld
