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Athena
Goddess of wisdom
Origin
Greek
Used in
iten
Popularity
#55 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Athena
Athena is the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom, strategy and craft, patron of Athens, which took its name from her. Its origin is pre-Hellenic and uncertain, but the name stays tied to intelligence and justice. Very rare as a given name in Italy, it is more common in the English-speaking and Greek worlds for its powerful classical echo.
Variants around the world
How Athena sounds in other languages.
AtenaAthina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Athena mean?
The name Athena means Goddess of wisdom.
What is the origin of the name Athena?
Origin of Athena: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Athena?
International variants of Athena: Atena and Athina.