Ilithyia
ih-LITH-ee-uh
Ilithyia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Greek name, the goddess of childbirth and midwifery.”, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Ilithyia Means
“Greek name, the goddess of childbirth and midwifery.”
The Story of Ilithyia
She is the whisper that guides mothers through the oldest of transformations, a name ancient as the first breath drawn.
Ilithyia is a name steeped in the profound mysteries of birth, originating from ancient Greece. She was the goddess revered for her role in childbirth and midwifery, invoked by women at their most vulnerable and powerful moments.
When you say Ilithyia, it feels like a promise of gentle strength for your daughter. You imagine her as a compassionate presence, wise and nurturing, ready to ease the burdens of others with her innate understanding.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Ilithyia
Greek goddess of childbirth.
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Peak Year
#12 in 2012
Total Births
100
First Recorded
2011
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