Anthea
Anthea first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1990, when 20 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Anthea popular?
Rising Anthea has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 67 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 97 | |
| 2000s | 116 | |
| 1990s | 113 | |
| 1980s | 138 | |
| 1970s | 131 | |
| 1960s | 107 | |
| 1950s | 49 | |
| 1940s | 16 | |
| 1930s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Anthea mean?
From Greek 'Antheia', derived from 'anthos' meaning 'flower, blossom'. Antheia was an epithet of the goddess Hera and associated with flowers.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anthea mean?
Anthea means Flower, blossom. From Greek 'Antheia', derived from 'anthos' meaning 'flower, blossom'. Antheia was an epithet of the goddess Hera and associated with flowers.
What is the origin of the name Anthea?
Anthea is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Anthea?
Anthea is pronounced “AN-thee-uh.”
Is Anthea a boy or a girl name?
Anthea is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Anthea a popular name right now?
Anthea has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Anthea?
In 2025, Anthea ranked #10179 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Anthea most popular?
Anthea was most popular in 1990, when about 20 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Anthea?
Names similar to Anthea include Hestia, Agape, Eirini, Ianthe, Nerida.
What names go well with Anthea?
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