Athena
Wisdom with a practical side. In Greek myth, Athena brings together wisdom, practical skills and prudent warfare.1
From Greek myth to a given name
Athena is an ancient Greek divine name. It is also used as a feminine given name in English.1
A connection to Athens
Athena is the patroness of Athens. If the city or its myths have a place in your family’s story, that is another connection to consider.1
Sources
- Collins English Dictionary: Athena, collinsdictionary.com (opens in a new tab)
- 1911 Encyclopaedia Britannica: Athena (Wikisource transcription), en.wikisource.org (opens in a new tab)
Researched from sources and checked in a separate review. We list reference works, not other baby-name websites. Last revised 4 October 2026.
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