Altheia
Altheia is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,234 in the US, popular nicknames include Alt, Aly, and Altie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Altheia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 72 babies have been named Altheia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Altheia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,234 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,234
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Altheia
Altheia is a girl name .
Altheia is currently ranked #65,234 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Altheia include Alt, Aly, Altie, and Althie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Altheia include Althea . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis