Female Name
Anthea
ˈæn.θi.ə
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Code Lyoko characters
epithets
flora
flowers
goddesses
Greek mythology
Latinizations
mythology
nature
plants
Writing Systems
ἌνθειαAncient Greek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic140%
formal140%
upper class140%
natural100%
wholesome120%
refined140%
strange120%
complex80%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Anthea originates from the Greek Ἄνθεια (Antheia), derived from ἄνθος (anthos) meaning 'flower, blossom'. It was an epithet of the Greek goddess Hera, symbolizing beauty and fertility. Anthea is used as a female given name in English, embodying the qualities of a blossoming flower.
Etymology
Original Form:
Ἄνθεια (Antheia)
Evolution:
From Ancient Greek to modern usage in English
Source:
Greek mythology and linguistic evolution