What is the origin of the name Amathyst?

Amathyst is a name of Greek and English origin. It is often classified as a nature, modern name.

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Q: What does the name Amathyst mean?

Amathyst means "A spelling variant of Amethyst, from Greek amethystos, the purple gemstone name meaning 'not intoxicated.'".

A spelling variant of Amethyst, from Greek amethystos, the purple gemstone name meaning 'not intoxicated.'

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