Rising since 1991, #2,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Athalia since 1915
Babies named Athalia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 29 |
| 1920s | 26 |
| 1930s | 7 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 8 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 183 |
| 2010s | 269 |
| 2020s | 427 |
Meaning & origin
Athalia is a rare biblical name, first recorded in U.S. data in 1915, but it has seen a revival in recent decades. In 2025, the name ranked 2,099 with about 1 in 18,059 newborn girls given the name, its peak year so far. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 1991, indicating growing but still niche interest. It is most common in Arizona, California, and Florida, states with diverse naming traditions. The name's strong biblical roots and distinctive sound appeal to parents seeking a name with historical depth and a soft yet commanding presence.
Athalia is the feminine form of the Hebrew name Athaliah, derived from the elements 'athar' (to be exalted) and 'Yah' (God). In the Hebrew Bible, Athaliah was a queen of Judah who reigned in the 9th century BCE, one of the few women to rule the kingdom. The name has been used sparingly in English-speaking countries since the Protestant Reformation, though it remains rare.
Where Athalia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Athalia” around the world
Where Athalia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Atha, Thalia, Allie
Sibling names for Athalia
Names that share Athalia's style, for a brother or sister.
