Athene
Meaning of Athene
Athene is a female name with Greek origins. It is a variation of the name Athena, which is derived from the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare. In British English, Athene is pronounced as uh-THEEN (/əˈθiːn/), while in American English it is pronounced as uh-THEEN (/əˈθin/).
In terms of popularity, Athene has had varying levels of usage in the United States. In recent years, it has not been very common, with only 6 occurrences in 2003 and a rank of 13,843. However, in previous decades, it experienced more popularity. For example, in the early 1990s, it ranked at number 5 with around 13,000 occurrences. It also had peaks in popularity during the mid-20th century and early 1900s.
The name Athene carries strong associations with wisdom and strength due to its connection to the Greek goddess Athena. It can be a unique choice for parents looking for a name that embodies intelligence and power.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as uh-THEEN (/əˈθiːn/)
American English
- Pronunced as uh-THEEN (/əˈθin/)
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Notable People Named Athene
| Dame Athene Margaret Donald is a British physicist, Professor Emerita of Experimental Physics at the University of Cambridge, and Master of Churchill College, Cambridge. |
