Athena
Athena: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈθiːnə/
Meaning and origin of Athena
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Middle English Athena, from Latin Athēna, from Ancient Greek Ἀθηνᾶ (Athēnâ). Doublet of Athina.
How popular is Athena?
Since 1880, 53,118 girls in the U.S. have been named Athena. Its highest rank for girls was #76 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #109 for girls, with 2,477 babies given the name.
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Athena FAQ
What does the name Athena mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Middle English Athena, from Latin Athēna, from Ancient Greek Ἀθηνᾶ (Athēnâ). Doublet of Athina.
What is the origin of the name Athena?
Athena is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Athena?
Since 1880, 53,118 girls in the U.S. have been named Athena. Its highest rank for girls was #76 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #109 for girls, with 2,477 babies given the name.
Is Athena a boy or girl name?
Athena is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 53,118 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.