Athena

greekGirl★★★☆☆ Moderate

Origin and Meaning

The name Athena is a girl's name of greek origin meaning “goddess of wisdom”.

Athena is one of those names that immediately commands respect and admiration, drawing directly from Greek mythology where Athena was the goddess of wisdom, courage, and warfare. Known for her intelligence and strategic prowess, she was a revered figure in ancient Greece and the namesake of the city of Athens. Over recent years, Athena has seen a rise in popularity as parents seek strong and empowering names for their daughters. It doesn't have many common nicknames, which might appeal to those looking for a name that stands strong on its own.

At a Glance

Origingreek
GenderGirl
Meaninggoddess of wisdom
Popularity★★★☆☆ (6/10)
Syllables3
Starts withA
Stylesclassic, mythological

Similar Names

Try it in the Generator

See how Athena pairs with your family name and get similar suggestions.

Generate Names

Evaluate This Name

Get a detailed analysis of how Athena works with your surname.

Analyse Name