Altheia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciational-THEE-uh / /ælˈθiːə/Greek
Meaning
truth; purity
Historical & Cultural Background
Altheia is derived from the Greek word 'althos', meaning 'to heal'. In Greek mythology, Altheia was the goddess of healing and truth. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and is associated with themes of health and well-being.
Trend Summary
The name Altheia has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Altheya
- Althea
International Variants
- Althea (English)
- Altheia (Greek)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Altheia was first seen in the United States in 1951. Altheia has ranked as high as #1106 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Altheia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Altheia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |