Girl
Athena
goddess of wisdom
About Athena
Bold, brilliant, and undeniably powerful—Athena makes an unforgettable statement. This name doesn't whisper; it announces presence with confidence and gravitas. Athena carries centuries of cultural weight, suggesting wisdom, strategy, and strength that transcend time and place. Parents selecting this name often value intelligence, courage, and independence, hoping to inspire these qualities in their daughters. The name refuses to be diminished or softened, standing firm in its full form without requiring nicknames. Athena works equally well in academic settings, creative industries, and leadership positions—it's a name that demands to be taken seriously. The strong consonants and clear vowels create a memorable sonic impact that people rarely forget. While undeniably distinctive, Athena has achieved enough recognition that most people can spell and pronounce it correctly. The name suits bold personalities but can also provide a strong foundation for quieter individuals who appreciate having a name with backbone. Athena represents an ambitious choice for parents who want their daughter to carry a name that suggests capability, wisdom, and fearless determination from day one.
Popularity of the Name Athena
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | #711 | ||||
| 1956 | #885 | ||||
| 1957 | #983 | ||||
| 1959 | #944 | ||||
| 1960 | #842 | ||||
| 1961 | #869 | ||||
| 1962 | #832 | ||||
| 1963 | #934 | ||||
| 1964 | #850 | ||||
| 1965 | #887 | ||||
| 1966 | #860 | ||||
| 1967 | #767 | ||||
| 1968 | #743 | ||||
| 1969 | #763 | ||||
| 1970 | #736 | ||||
| 1971 | #693 | ||||
| 1972 | #660 | ||||
| 1973 | #682 | ||||
| 1974 | #616 | ||||
| 1975 | #625 | ||||
| 1976 | #658 | ||||
| 1977 | #630 | ||||
| 1978 | #622 | ||||
| 1979 | #457 | ||||
| 1980 | #541 | ||||
| 1981 | #570 | ||||
| 1982 | #565 | ||||
| 1983 | #548 | ||||
| 1984 | #567 | ||||
| 1985 | #594 | ||||
| 1986 | #687 | ||||
| 1987 | #848 | ||||
| 1988 | #797 | ||||
| 1989 | #709 | ||||
| 1990 | #730 | ||||
| 1991 | #778 | #953 | |||
| 1992 | #800 | #691 | |||
| 1993 | #761 | #864 | |||
| 1994 | #812 | #744 | |||
| 1995 | #705 | #793 | |||
| 1996 | #688 | #617 | |||
| 1997 | #682 | #867 | #709 | ||
| 1998 | #550 | #627 | #489 | ||
| 1999 | #517 | #597 | #465 | ||
| 2000 | #530 | #581 | #427 | ||
| 2001 | #499 | #770 | #349 | ||
| 2002 | #503 | #841 | #442 | ||
| 2003 | #524 | #862 | #412 | ||
| 2004 | #489 | #670 | #695 | #388 | |
| 2005 | #461 | #863 | #378 | ||
| 2006 | #501 | #768 | #348 | #425 | |
| 2007 | #439 | #855 | #401 | ||
| 2008 | #456 | #714 | #386 | ||
| 2009 | #429 | #862 | #412 | #368 | |
| 2010 | #363 | #592 | #326 | #341 | |
| 2011 | #312 | #544 | #242 | #282 | |
| 2012 | #246 | #450 | #241 | #240 | |
| 2013 | #220 | #469 | #224 | #204 | |
| 2014 | #195 | #333 | #226 | #176 | |
| 2015 | #157 | #352 | #162 | #893 | #142 |
| 2016 | #142 | #281 | #137 | #136 | |
| 2017 | #127 | #261 | #140 | #870 | #98 |
| 2018 | #117 | #247 | #96 | #509 | #96 |
| 2019 | #104 | #218 | #107 | #703 | #95 |
| 2020 | #107 | #192 | #94 | #83 | |
| 2021 | #98 | #195 | #144 | #867 | #88 |
| 2022 | #78 | #130 | #117 | #739 | #76 |
| 2023 | #76 | #116 | #100 | #486 | #77 |
| 2024 | #90 | #107 | #112 | #342 | #82 |
| 2025 | #109 | #98 | #94 | #711 | #76 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Athena
- Athene
- Athina
- Athanais
Names Similar to Athena
Nicknames for Athena
- Thena
- Attie
- Thenie
- Tina
Famous People Named Athena
| Athena the Greek goddess | |
| Athena Chu | Hong Kong actress |
| Athena Karkanis | Canadian actress |
| Athena Massey | American actress and model |
| Athena Tacha | Greek-American artist |
| Athena Angelou | Greek singer |
| Athena Reich | American singer and actress |
| Athena Farrokhzad | Swedish-Iranian poet and playwright |
| Athena Demos | American actress and producer |
| Athena Calderone | American author and lifestyle blogger |
| Athena Lundberg | American model and actress |
| Athena Andreadis | Greek musician and songwriter |
| Athena Chueng | Hong Kong actress |
| Athena King | Australian singer and songwriter |
| Athena Barber | American actress |
| Athena DiMaio | American film director and producer |
| Athena Collins | British actress |
| Athena Hohenberg | American actress |
| Athena Morrow | Canadian actress |
| Athena Venetsanakos | Canadian actress |
Characters Named Athena
| Athena | Character in Homer's epic poem, "The Odyssey" |
| Athena Cykes | Character in the "Ace Attorney" video game series |
| Athena Asamiya | Character in the "King of Fighters" video game series |
| Athena Grant | Character in the television series "9-1-1" |