What does the name Athena mean?

The name Athena means "Goddess of wisdom and war".

What is the origin of the name Athena?

Athena is a name of Greek origin.

In 2023, 2,788 babies were named Athena in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Athena is traditionally used as a girl's name.

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Mythological Beautiful

Births Last Year: 2,788 →

All-Time Total: 50,597

Peak Year: 2022

Athena is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Greek word "athene," meaning "sharp" or "wise."

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Boy names closely related to Athena

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Names with similar meaning to Athena

Minerva

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