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Althia

al-THEE-uh

Althia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Althea, derived from Greek 'altheos' meaning 'with healing power'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1945.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Althia Means

A variant of Althea, derived from Greek 'altheos' meaning 'with healing power'.

The Story of Althia

From the ancient Greeks comes a name imbued with the power to soothe, to mend, and to bring wholeness.

Althia, a variant of the Greek 'Althea,' draws directly from the root 'altheos,' meaning 'with healing power.' This name carries a profound sense of restoration and well-being, echoing through centuries of hopeful parents.

You imagine your daughter, Althia, as a person of deep compassion and quiet wisdom. Her very presence will offer comfort and a sense of calm, embodying a nurturing spirit that heals and makes others feel understood.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Althea Gibson

    American tennis player, first African American to win Wimbledon

Personality Traits

WiseGentleIndependentCompassionate

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#13 in 1945

Total Births

215

First Recorded

1912

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