Amethyst
boy nameAmethyst entered the US charts in 2021, peaked at #10821 in 2023, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2021–2025
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rank today
#10821
peak (2023)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2020s | #11766 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Amethyst are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Amethyst is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Amethyst in 2025?
- Amethyst is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Amethyst most popular?
- Amethyst peaked in 2023, reaching #10821 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Amethyst with classmates?
- Amethyst will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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