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Athenea
Athenea Pronunciation
Athenea is pronounced ah-thə-NAY-ah /ˌɑ.θəˈneɪ.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: Spanish/elaborated spelling of Athena — the Greek goddess of wisdom, war strategy, and crafts (origin pre-Greek/uncertain)Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Athenea is a Spanish/elaborated spelling of Athena — the Greek goddess of wisdom, war strategy, and crafts, patron of the city of Athens, born fully armed from the head of Zeus (the origin of her name is pre-Greek and uncertain, which we note). A bold, classic, mythic name across the Spanish-speaking world (said 'ah-thə-NAY-ah').
In the U.S. it appears in Latina families. Rare, the-goddess-of-wisdom at the root, and classic.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Athenea?
Athenea is pronounced ah-thə-NAY-ah (/ˌɑ.θəˈneɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Athenea said aloud.
How do you say Athenea?
Athenea is said ah-thə-NAY-ah (/ˌɑ.θəˈneɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Athenea said aloud.
What does the name Athenea mean?
Athenea spells Athena — the Greek goddess of wisdom; the name's origin is pre-Greek and uncertain.
Is Athenea a boy or girl name?
Athenea is a girl's name.
How popular is Athenea?
Athenea is a rare name in the U.S.