Amalthea
am-al-THEE-uh
The Story of Amalthea
She is the nurturing spirit, the gentle strength that soothes and sustains, as ancient as the myth of the loving nurse.
Amalthea’s roots are in ancient Greece, meaning 'tender' or 'to soothe'. In mythology, she was the divine goat or nymph who compassionately nursed the infant Zeus, protecting him during his vulnerable early days.
This name evokes a profound sense of care and wisdom for your daughter. You see her possessing a nurturing spirit, an innate ability to comfort and uplift those around her with her gentle, independent nature.
What It Means
“Derived from Greek, meaning 'tender' or 'to soothe'. In Greek mythology, Amalthea was the goat or nymph who nursed Zeus.”
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Amalthea (mythology)
Nymph/goat who nursed the infant Zeus
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 2021
Total Births
19
First Recorded
2016
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