Alethea
Alethea: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæləˈθiːə/
Meaning and origin of Alethea
- A female given name.
Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek ἀλήθεια (alḗtheia).
How popular is Alethea?
Since 1880, 4,968 girls in the U.S. have been named Alethea. Its highest rank for girls was #522 in 1973. In 2025, 54 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Alethea FAQ
What does the name Alethea mean?
A female given name. Borrowed from Ancient Greek ἀλήθεια (alḗtheia).
What is the origin of the name Alethea?
Alethea is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Alethea?
Since 1880, 4,968 girls in the U.S. have been named Alethea. Its highest rank for girls was #522 in 1973. In 2025, 54 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alethea a boy or girl name?
Alethea is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,968 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.