Athanasios Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Athanasios originates from the Greek word for 'immortal'. It has evolved through various forms in Ancient Greek and Latin. The name is associated with traits of strength and resilience, particularly due to its connection with significant historical figures in Christianity. It is not directly linked to any biblical references, but it gained prominence in the early Church context.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Athanasios"
Pronunciation
/æθəˈnɑːsiəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Athanasios comes from the Greek word 'athanatos', which means 'immortal' or 'eternal'.
Meaning
immortal, eternal
Language Evolution
Αθανάσιος (Athanasios) in Ancient Greek, Athanasios in Modern Greek, Athanas in Latin
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly due to Saint Athanasius, an influential Church leader from the 4th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Athanasios, Athanasius, Athanas, Tanas
Modern Popularity & Image
Athanasios is viewed positively, often associated with strength and resilience, particularly in Greek culture.
Famous People
Saint Athanasius of Alexandria, Athanasios Kourkoulos, a notable Greek politician, Athanasios Kapsalis, a recognized Greek artist
📊 Athanasios Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Athanasios Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 39 peak births in 1973
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Athanasios"
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 "Athanasios"
"Athanasios" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5151st of 7552 | 30 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1987th of 10718 | 351 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3002nd of 16616 | 308 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4069th of 24088 | 349 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5100th of 23106 | 222 |
Regional Popularity of "Athanasios" 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) |
49.30% 1448th/2937 |
28.17% 981st/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.80% 1835th/3685 |
37.63% 1684th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.93% 2471st/4582 |
47.56% 2456th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
62.96% 2825th/4487 |
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71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Athanasios" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Athanasios"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Athanasios" 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 "Athanasios" in the United States
The name Athanasios is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Athanasios has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Athanasios' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5151st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1987th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3002nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4069th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5100th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Athanasios' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.