Alithea
uh-LITH-ee-uh
Alithea is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek word *aletheia*, meaning "truth" or "verity."”. It currently ranks #12192 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Alithea Means
“From the Greek word *aletheia*, meaning "truth" or "verity."”
The Story of Alithea
From the ancient Greek philosophers, a name that embodies the pure, unvarnished essence of truth.
Alithea is directly derived from the Greek word *aletheia*, meaning 'truth' or 'verity.' This name is a direct invocation of one of the most fundamental philosophical concepts, carrying a weight of intellectual history.
You feel a profound connection to the name Alithea for your daughter, envisioning a child of deep wisdom and unwavering honesty. It’s a name for a seeker of knowledge, one whose inherent sincerity will illuminate her path.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Alithea Brougham
Artist and wife of the 1st Baron Brougham
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Peak Year
#11 in 2012
Total Births
89
First Recorded
1973
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