Anthea
Anthea: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈænθiːə/
Meaning and origin of Anthea
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἄνθη (ánthē, “blossom”).
How popular is Anthea?
Since 1880, 839 girls in the U.S. have been named Anthea. Its highest rank for girls was #3261 in 1959. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Anthea FAQ
What does the name Anthea mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek ἄνθη (ánthē, “blossom”).
What is the origin of the name Anthea?
Anthea is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Anthea?
Since 1880, 839 girls in the U.S. have been named Anthea. Its highest rank for girls was #3261 in 1959. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Anthea a boy or girl name?
Anthea is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 839 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.