Athalie

“God is my witness”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1713US 2023

487Births / yr

→Stable

219All-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Athalie

ATH·ul·EYE

/ˈæθ.əl.ˈaɪ/ · stress on ATH · 3 syllables

“God is my witness”

France origin · Girl name

What does Athalie mean and where does it come from?

Athalie is of Hebrew and French origin, rooted in the biblical name Athaliah (Hebrew: אֲתַלְיָה). Athaliah was a queen in the Bible, known for her ambitious and ruthless nature. The name has been used in various cultures, with particular popularity in France due to its stylish phonetic composition.

Cultural significance

Athalie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my witness.

Peak popularity

Reached #1438 in 1915 — currently #1713 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Athalie?

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

Athalie Grace

How popular is Athalie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1713 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1713 · Top 1.3%

1915

1920

2000

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1713	487	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1718	467	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1723	437	▲ up 9120 · +5363% births
2000	#10843	8	▼ down 8267 · -43% births
1920	#2576	14	▼ down 1138 · -46% births
1915	#1438	26	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Athalie

Best Year1915Rank #1438

Peak Count487

Average Rank#3335

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 20236 years

The story of Athalie

Athalie entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 219 total births recorded, Athalie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1438 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1713 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Athalie in 1915:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Athalie by decade

Athalie peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s ★	86
1920s	75
1930s	10
1990s	12
2000s	31
2010s	5

💎Athalie has only 219 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Athalie?

Common

AthAlie

What names sound and feel like Athalie?

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

Attalie

France · God is my

Atalie

France · little winged one

Nathalie

France · born on Christmas

Natalie

France · Born on Christmas

Athalee

American · Noble, exalted

Azalie

France · French

Matalie

American · a modern variant

Mahalie

English · Hebrew

Common questions about the name Athalie

What does the name Athalie mean?

Athalie means "God is my witness" — a name rooted in France 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 Athalie?

Athalie 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 Athalie?

Athalie originates from France tradition. France 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 Athalie?

Athalie is a three-syllable name pronounced AE1 TH AH0 L AY1. 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 Athalie?

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