Hestia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHES-tee-uh / /ˈhɛs.ti.ə/Greek
Meaning
goddess of the hearth and home
Historical & Cultural Background
Hestia is rooted in ancient Greek mythology, where she was revered as the goddess of the hearth, symbolizing domesticity and family. She was one of the original Twelve Olympians and was often associated with the sacred fire of the home. In Roman culture, she was equated with the goddess Vesta, who held similar attributes and significance in domestic worship.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Hestia
- Hestie
International Variants
- Estia (Spanish)
- Hestia (Italian)
Famous people named Hestia
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Fictional characters named Hestia
Hestia — Percy Jackson series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hestia was first seen in the United States in 2016. Hestia has ranked as high as #1363 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Hestia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hestia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 12 |