Athene
Pronunciation: [ ath-EEN ]
Athene is a girl baby name. Ranked #29,016 in the US, popular nicknames include Ath, Aty, and Athie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Athene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 40 babies have been named Athene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Athene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,016 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #29,016
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Athene
Athene is a girl name .
Athene is currently ranked #29,016 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Athene include Ath, Aty, Athie, and Atheie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Athene include Athena . 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