Alethia
ah-LEE-thee-ah
Alethia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Derived from the Greek word *aletheia*, meaning 'truth' or 'verity'. It embodies a concept of unconcealment and factuality.”. It currently ranks #8941 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1973.
What Alethia Means
“Derived from the Greek word *aletheia*, meaning 'truth' or 'verity'. It embodies a concept of unconcealment and factuality.”
The Story of Alethia
This name is a direct inheritance from ancient Greece, a word for 'truth' that has waited millennia to name your daughter.
Alethia derives directly from the Greek word *aletheia*, meaning 'truth' or 'verity.' This concept of unconcealment and factual revelation was personified in Greek mythology as Aletheia, a goddess representing truth. The name’s journey is one of philosophical weight, traveling from the minds of ancient Greek thinkers to a timeless sound that resonates with clarity.
When you say 'Alethia,' you can feel the pure concept of truth settle on your tongue. It’s a name that speaks of sincerity and wisdom, a quality you hope your child will embody. Imagining you whispering this name to your daughter evokes a sense of profound connection to what is real and enduring, a gentle acknowledgment of her innate honesty.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Aletheia (Greek Goddess)
Greek Goddess of Truth and Honesty
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#74 in 1973
Total Births
2,512
First Recorded
1894
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