Athen: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahth-ehn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of Greek origin, meaning "wise" or "of Athens."

Athen is a unisex name that originates from the Greek city of Athens, the capital of Greece. Its etymological meaning is unknown, but it is believed to come from the ancient Greek word Athenai. The name is associated with the Greek goddess Athena, who represents wisdom and warfare. Over time, the use of the name Athen has evolved from being primarily a last name to being used as a given name, particularly in German, Danish, Norwegian, and Hungarian cultures. The name is important because it connects its bearers to the rich history and cultural heritage of Greece.

Athen Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Athen is currently #8534 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Athen is currently #3751 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Athen is currently #4094 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Athen is currently #1798 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Athen is currently #4509 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Athen is currently #2019 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Athen is currently #4307 on Kiindred Australian Names

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