Althia

“to heal” — Associated with nobility

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1179US 2023

1kBirths / yr

→Stable

211All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Althia

ALT·EE·AY·CHEE·uh

/ˈælt.ˈiː.ˈeɪ.ˈtʃiː.ə/ · stress on ALT · 5 syllables

“to heal”

Associated with nobility · Greece origin

What does Althia mean and where does it come from?

Althia has roots in both Greek and Latin languages. Originating from the Greek word 'altheia', meaning 'to heal', the name carries connotations of wellbeing and care. In Latin, it can be associated with nobility. Popularized in literary contexts, the name Althia has seen revival in various cultures,

Cultural significance

Althia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #2533 in 1945 — currently #1179 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Althia?

Althia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Althia Grace

How popular is Althia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1179 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1179 · Top 0.87%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1179	1,021	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1184	1,001	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1189	971	▲ up 8052 · +19320% births
1975	#9241	5	▼ down 4308 · -37% births
1965	#4933	8	▼ down 1060 · -20% births
1955	#3873	10	▲ up 1666 · +100% births
1950	#5539	5	▼ down 3006 · -62% births
1945	#2533	13	▲ up 2711 · +160% births
1920	#5244	5	▼ down 2583 · -55% births
1915	#2661	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Althia

Best Year2023Rank #1179

Peak Count1,021

Average Rank#3758

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 202310 years

The story of Althia

Althia entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 211 total births recorded, Althia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2661 in 1915 to #1179 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Althia in 1945:

Mary Linda Barbara Patricia Carol

Althia by decade

Althia peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	40
1920s	38
1930s	6
1940s	29
1950s ★	48
1960s	38
1970s	12

💎Althia has only 211 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Althia?

Common

Alt

What names sound and feel like Althia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Althia also consider these

Altheia

Greece · from the word

Alphia

American · noble

Alhia

American · The one who

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Althia

What does the name Althia mean?

Althia means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Althia?

Althia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Althia?

Althia originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Althia?

Althia is a 5-syllable name pronounced AE1 L T IY1 EY1 CH IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Althia?

Althia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.