Althea
a-lthea,
al-thea
US Popularity:2492
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Healer
Althea is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “healer.” Althea comes from the Greek name Althaea, possibly from althos which means “healing.” This otherworldly name belonged to the mother of the hero Meleager in Greek mythology and has an ethereal beauty to its sound. A popular form of this title is Thea, which makes for a lovely nickname. Althea bears the healer archetype and may encourage baby to be a nurturing presence on themselves and those around them. This mellifluous name is ideal for baby Althea, who will undoubtedly express their caring nature wherever they go.
Althea Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Althea is currently #877 on The Bump
Girl:Althea is currently #395 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Althea is currently #2492 in U.S. births
Girl:Althea is currently #950 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2492
in 2022
+ 271
from 2021
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