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Atenea
Pronounced ah-teh-NEH-ah /ˌɑ.tɛˈnɛ.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: Spanish form of Athena — the Greek goddess of wisdom and war; etymology uncertain (pre-Greek)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Atenea is the Spanish form of Athena — the Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts (patron of Athens; her name's etymology is pre-Greek and uncertain, which we note). A powerful, classical name across the Spanish-speaking world.
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, the-goddess-Athena at the root, and powerful.
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What does the name Atenea mean?
Atenea is the Spanish Athena — the Greek goddess of wisdom and war; her name's origin is uncertain.
How do you pronounce Atenea?
It's said ah-teh-NEH-ah /ˌɑ.tɛˈnɛ.ɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Atenea a boy or girl name?
Atenea is a girl's name.
How popular is Atenea?
Atenea is a rare name in the U.S.