Malachite

MAL-uh-KITE

Gemstone name

Malachite Origin and Meaning

The name Malachite is boy's name .

There aren't many gemstone names that are firmly masculine but Malachite is one of these. The gemstone is a rich green colour and is often used for decorative sculptures. The name is thought to derive from the name of the Mallow plant, the leaves of which resemble the patterns on the gemstone. The name is also similar to the Hebrew name Malachi.

Malachite Popularity

• 1942 Nameberry 2022