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Athalia

ah-THAY-lee-ah

Athalia is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Athalia is a Hebrew name meaning "God is exalted" or "the Lord is great."”. It currently ranks #2189 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters7
Syllables4
OriginHebrew

What Athalia Means

Athalia is a Hebrew name meaning "God is exalted" or "the Lord is great."

The Story of Athalia

This name declares 'God is exalted,' a Hebrew declaration of divine greatness that resonates with a queenly strength for your daughter.

Athalia is a name of potent Hebrew origin, carrying the powerful meaning 'the Lord is great' or 'God is exalted.' Its most prominent historical bearer was Athaliah, the Queen of Judah, a formidable figure who reigned in the 10th century BCE, known for her strength and determination, albeit in a tumultuous period. The name has been carried through centuries, evoking a sense of divine favor and regal authority.

There's a regal quality to Athalia, a sound that rises with confidence and strength. It feels like a whispered crown, suggesting a daughter of conviction and grace. You’ll feel the gravitas of this name as you say it aloud, imagining her bright future, and the historical weight will lend an assured dignity when you write 'Athalia' on her birth announcement.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Athalia (Queen of Judah)

    Queen regnant of the Kingdom of Judah

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongGracefulConfident

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#86 in 2024

Total Births

911

First Recorded

1915

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