US Popularity:11426
Other Origin(s):German, Greek
Meaning:Of Athens, Greece; Goddess of wisdom
Athene is a feminine name that serves as a Scandinavian and German variant of the Greek name Athena. It can connect your little one to the capital city of Greece, which is rich in history and culture and a great source of wanderlust. If you’re a proud mythology nerd, Athene can also refer to Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare. This goddess is rich with folklore, from being born from Zeus’s forehead to fighting alongside heroes in the Iliad. For a name that provides plenty of inspiration for your little one’s fighting spirit, Athene will make for a great choice.

Athene Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2003
#24557
in 2003
- 1671
from 1991
In comparison to the previous year's data
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