Athalee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ATH-uh-lee //ˈæθ.ə.li//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my gift; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Athalee is believed to have roots in Hebrew, deriving from the name "Atali" or "Atal" which means "God has given" or "gift of God." This Hebrew origin was later adapted into Greek and subsequently Latin, before making its way into English through various translations of biblical texts. The name is often associated with the biblical figure Athaliah, a queen of Judah mentioned in the Second Book of Kings, who ruled during the 9th century BCE.
Athaliah is noted for her dramatic and tumultuous reign, which has contributed to the name's historical significance in Judeo-Christian traditions. Throughout history, the name Athalee has been linked to themes of divine providence and royalty, reflecting its association with the biblical Athaliah.
The name appears in various forms across different cultures and languages, often retaining its connection to the concept of a divine gift. The use of Athalee in English literature and religious texts has helped maintain its presence in the cultural lexicon, particularly within Christian communities that value biblical names.
In addition to its biblical roots, Athalee has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, often symbolizing strength and resilience. The name's connection to a powerful female figure in the Bible has made it resonate with themes of leadership and authority.
While diminutive forms such as "Atha" may exist, the name Athalee itself carries a weight of historical and cultural significance that has allowed it to endure through the centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Athalee was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Athalee has ranked as high as #5263 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Athalee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Athalee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Athalee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Athalee.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 10 | 10 |
| 1924 | 7 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 | 6 |
| 1922 | 7 | 7 |
| 1921 | 5 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 | 8 |
| 1918 | 6 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 | 6 |
| 1916 | 8 | 8 |
| 1915 | 8 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Athalee
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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