Athen
Athen is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
From Athens, belonging to Athena, or immortal.
Origin and history
Athen is a masculine name with Greek roots, likely derived from the classical name Athena or the city of Athens, or as a shortened form of Athanasios meaning immortal. It has gained mild contemporary usage in the United States as a unique place-name or classical-inspired choice. The name remains relatively rare, appearing with moderate frequency in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
692 babies in the United States have been named Athen since 1880. It ranks #3984 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1807.
States where it is most popular
- CA (64.1 %)
- TX (35.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 44 |
| 2000-2010 | 228 |
| 2010-2019 | 300 |
| 2020-2029 | 120 |
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied phonetically and etymologically to the ancient Greek city of Athens.
- Its structure aligns closely with popular two-syllable masculine names ending in 'n', such as Ethan and Aiden.