Malachite
banded green mineral
GenderBoyOriginGreek ('mallow,' for its green color)Say itMAL-uh-kitePopularityvery rare
Pronounced MAL-uh-kite
About the name Malachite
Malachite swirls in rich bands of green, historically ground into paint and eye makeup in ancient Egypt. It's a bold, earthy name with striking pattern.
bold, richly patterned, and quietly grounded
Fun fact
Ancient Egyptians ground malachite into the green eye makeup worn by pharaohs.
Nicknames for Malachite
MalKite
Variations
MalachiKite