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Arlethea

ahr-lee-THEE-ah

Arlethea is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A combination of Arlene (pledge, promise) and Thea (goddess). Thus, 'promise of a goddess'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1955.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginGreek

What Arlethea Means

A combination of Arlene (pledge, promise) and Thea (goddess). Thus, 'promise of a goddess'.

The Story of Arlethea

Discover a name that sounds divinely inspired, a promise whispered from the heavens.

Arlethea, first appearing in the mid-20th century, combines the elements of Arlene, meaning 'pledge,' with Thea, the Greek word for 'goddess.' It beautifully suggests a 'promise of a goddess.'

The name Arlethea evokes a sense of divine grace and promising potential. You see your daughter as a graceful being, destined for something wonderful, her very presence a gift.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

PromisingDivineGraceful

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Peak Year

#6 in 1955

Total Births

11

First Recorded

1955

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