ATHENA
The meaning of the girl name Athena is GODDESS OF WISDOM &
Details on ATHENA:
- Gender:
- Girl
- Meaning(s):
- Variant of athene
- Popularity for Girl:
- 219th in the USA (top 5%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
2,788 births
ATHENA as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of ATHENA:
The name Athena is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Athena is: Goddess of wisdom.
The name Athena is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Athena is: Goddess of wisdom.
The name Athena is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Athena is: the mythological goddess of wisdom and war.
USA birth(s) for ATHENA by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ATHENA
ATHENA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 2788 births |
| 2023 | 2996 births |
| 2022 | 3025 births |
| 2021 | 2716 births |
| 2020 | 2515 births |
| 2019 | 2722 births |
| 2018 | 2604 births |
| 2017 | 2365 births |
| 2016 | 2171 births |
| 2015 | 2048 births |
| 2014 | 1688 births |
| 2013 | 1456 births |
| 2012 | 1306 births |
| 2011 | 1008 births |
| 2010 | 880 births |
| 2009 | 742 births |
| 2008 | 693 births |
| 2007 | 727 births |
| 2006 | 607 births |
| 2005 | 659 births |
| 2004 | 599 births |
| 2003 | 538 births |
| 2002 | 549 births |
| 2001 | 551 births |
| 2000 | 498 births |
| 1999 | 493 births |
| 1998 | 451 births |
| 1997 | 316 births |
| 1996 | 317 births |
| 1995 | 296 births |
| 1994 | 248 births |
| 1993 | 269 births |
About the name ATHENA
Athena, a name steeped in ancient wisdom, originates from the Greek goddess of the same name, revered as the embodiment of strategy, courage, and intellect. The etymology traces back to the city of Athens, a cradle of democracy and philosophy, where Athena was celebrated as the protector and patroness. Symbolically, she represents not only the pursuit of knowledge and artistic inspiration but also the strength found in reason and diplomacy. This name resonates across cultures, finding its place not only in Greece but also in various forms throughout the world; in Italy, it carries a melodic charm, while in modern contexts, it has gained popularity in the United States and Canada, where parents seek names that reflect empowerment and grace. With its connotations of wisdom and strength, Athena is a timeless choice, inviting the promise of a future filled with thoughtful leadership and creative expression.
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