Names Starting With A
GirlGreek#68 in 2025
Athena
Athena is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “Goddess of wisdom and warfare.” It ranked #68 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
uh-THEE-nuh
Meaning & Origin
The name Athena means “Goddess of wisdom and warfare.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.
The Greek goddess of wisdom, craft, and strategic warfare. Patron deity of Athens. A name of intelligence, power, and independence.
Popularity Over Time
#1102021
#952022
#852023
#752024
#682025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #68 |
| 2024 | #75 |
| 2023 | #85 |
| 2022 | #95 |
| 2021 | #110 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
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