What is the origin of the name Anthea?

Anthea is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Anthea?

Anthea is currently ranked #9592 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Anthea?

Anthea is pronounced an-THEE-uh.

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GirlGreek

Anthea

an-THEE-uh

Popularity

#9592

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

830

Peak Year

#20 in 1990

First Recorded

1932

Style

Mythological, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

From the Greek word meaning 'flower' or 'blossom'. Also a title of the goddess Hera.

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Nicknames

Thea Annie

Similar Names

Athena Daphne Chloe

Personality Traits

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