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Athaliah

ath-uh-LIE-uh

Athaliah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Means 'God is exalted' in Hebrew. It's a biblical name from the Old Testament.”. It currently ranks #2657 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginHebrew

What Athaliah Means

Means 'God is exalted' in Hebrew. It's a biblical name from the Old Testament.

The Story of Athaliah

Consider a name straight from the annals of ancient royalty, a name that declares the might and majesty of the divine.

Athaliah is a significant Hebrew name from the Old Testament, meaning 'God is exalted.' Its most prominent bearer was Queen Athaliah of Judah, the sole ruling queen in biblical history, known for her strong will. The name carries a distinct aura of regal power and spiritual conviction.

This name is for your daughter, who you imagine will possess a regal spirit and unwavering determination. Athaliah suggests a child with a powerful presence, deeply spiritual and strong-willed, ready to lead with conviction.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Athaliah

    Queen of Judah in the Old Testament.

Personality Traits

RegalSpiritualWiseStrong-willed

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#65 in 2024

Total Births

332

First Recorded

1999

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