Athena
Athena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Pertaining to wisdom, warfare, or originating from the city of Athens.
Origin and history
Athena is a classic name of Ancient Greek origin, derived from the mythological goddess of wisdom, warfare, and handicraft. In the United States, it has grown significantly in popularity during the 21st century, reaching the top 100 female names in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
53,118 babies in the United States have been named Athena since 1880. It ranks #565 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #98.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.7 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
- NY (7.1 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- AZ (3.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 183 |
| 1920-1930 | 416 |
| 1930-1940 | 245 |
| 1940-1950 | 203 |
| 1950-1960 | 786 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,517 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,588 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,964 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,191 |
| 2000-2010 | 6,169 |
| 2010-2019 | 18,303 |
| 2020-2029 | 16,536 |
Famous people named Athena
- Athena Karkanis: Actress, Voice Actress
- Athena Chu: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Thea, Attie
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, Athena emerged fully grown and armored from the forehead of her father, Zeus.
- Athena entered the top 100 names for newborn girls in the U.S. during the 2020s, reflecting a broader trend of classical mythological names.