Althia
al-THEE-uh
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Greek
Total Births
215
Peak Year
#13 in 1945
First Recorded
1912
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.
She will be a beacon of gentle strength and compassionate wisdom, a healer by nature whose presence brings peace and restoration.
What It Means
A variant of Althea, derived from Greek 'altheos' meaning 'with healing power'.
Numerology
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
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