Rising since 2009, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Athenea since 2004
Babies named Athenea per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Athenea is a modern variant of the classic name Athena, drawn from Greek mythology. First recorded in the United States in 2004, its usage has been steadily rising since 2009, reaching a peak rank of 4172 in 2025. The name is given to approximately 1 in 47,273 baby girls, indicating it remains a distinctive choice. Its popularity is most notable in the states of California and Texas, where it is most frequently chosen. Athenea offers a fresher, more elaborated take on the ancient name while maintaining its powerful mythological associations.
Athenea is a variant of Athena, the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom, courage, and warfare. The name Athena is of uncertain etymology, possibly from the Greek word 'athene' meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. Athenea, with the 'ea' ending, appears to be a modern respelling or alternative transliteration, likely influenced by Spanish or Italian naming conventions. It has been used sporadically in the United States since the early 2000s.
Where Athenea is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Athenea” around the world
Where Athenea 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: Thea, Tia, Nea
Sibling names for Athenea
Names that share Athenea's style, for a brother or sister.
