Alexandrite
color-changing gem, green by day red by night
GenderUnisexOriginRussian (gemstone, named for Tsar Alexander II)Say ital-ex-AN-dritePopularityvery rare
Pronounced al-ex-AN-drite
About the name Alexandrite
Alexandrite is famous for shifting from green in daylight to red under lamplight. It's a rare, regal name full of surprise and depth.
multifaceted, adaptable, and quietly dazzling
Fun fact
Alexandrite was discovered in Russia's Ural Mountains and named after future Tsar Alexander II.
Nicknames for Alexandrite
AlexAndri