Alethia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alethia originates from the Greek word for 'truth' and has evolved through historical forms like Aletheia in Ancient Greek. It is associated with traits of authenticity and integrity. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it has gained popularity in modern times as a unique choice among parents.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alethia"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːθiə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alethia is derived from the Greek word 'aletheia', which means 'truth'.
Meaning
truth
Language Evolution
Aletheia (Ancient Greek), Alethia (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Alethia has been used in various forms since ancient times, but it gained popularity in the modern era, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries among those seeking unique or meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Alethea, Aletheia, Alethie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Alethia is perceived as a unique and sophisticated name, often associated with authenticity and integrity.
Famous People
Alethia R. K. Smith, an American poet and writer, Alethia B. Johnson, a notable activist in the 20th century
📊 Alethia Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Alethia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 74 peak births in 1973
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alethia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alethia"
"Alethia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1746th of 9107 | 396 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2031st of 9204 | 314 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2263rd of 12526 | 453 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2369th of 19264 | 539 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4515th of 27321 | 319 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6848th of 35406 | 273 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7419th of 30306 | 184 |
Regional Popularity of "Alethia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alethia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
47.80% 1131st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
47.64% 1121st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
84.49% 2053rd/2430 |
55.98% 1597th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
64.83% 2258th/3483 |
53.81% 1893rd/3518 |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alethia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alethia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Alethia" in the United States
The name Alethia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alethia has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alethia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1746th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2031st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2263rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2369th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4515th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6848th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7419th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alethia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.