'almandine' originates from the Latin word 'almandina,' which was derived from the name of the ancient city 'Alabanda' in Asia Minor, known for its garnet stones.

'almandina' transformed into the French word 'almandin,' and eventually became the modern English word 'almandine.'

Initially, it referred to garnet stones from Alabanda, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific type of garnet.