Athena

Meaning of Athena

The name Athena comes from the Greek goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts. It is also associated with the city of Athens, which was named after her.

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Popularity of Athena

Athena has cooled off, slipping to #109 in 2025, down from a peak of #76 in 2023.

Notable people named Athena

• Athena Chu
  Hong Kong actress and singer
• Athena Karkanis
  Canadian actress (The Expanse)
• Athena Georgaklis
  Food Network chef, judge
• Athena Lee
  American drummer, music artist
• Athena Wilson
  American fashion model

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Questions about the name Athena

What does the name Athena mean?

Athena means the name athena comes from the greek goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts. it is also associated with the city of athens, which was named after her, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Athena a boy's or a girl's name?

Athena is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Athena?

In 2025, Athena ranked #109 for girls, down from #90 the year before.

When was Athena most popular?

Athena peaked at #76 in 2023.