The baby name Athanasia is a girl name, 5 syllables long and is pronounced "ah-thuh-NAH-see-uh".
Athanasia is Greek in Origin.
Athanasia is a Greek name that means "immortality" or "eternal life". It is derived from the Greek word "athanatos" which means "immortal". The name has a strong religious connotation as it is associated with the Christian belief in eternal life after death. In Greek mythology, Athanasia was also the name of a goddess who was believed to have the power to grant immortality to mortals.
The name Athanasia has been in use since ancient times and has been popular among Greek Orthodox Christians. It is a feminine name and is pronounced ah-thah-NAH-see-ah. The name is composed of two Greek words, "athanatos" meaning "immortal" and "sia" which is a suffix that denotes a quality or state. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, including Athanasios for males and Athanasius for both males and females.
The origin of the name Athanasia can be traced back to ancient Greece where it was used as a given name for girls. It gained popularity among early Christians who believed in the concept of eternal life. The name has been used by several notable figures throughout history, including Saint Athanasia of Aegina who was a Christian martyr in the 9th century. Today, the name is still popular among Greek Orthodox Christians and is also used in other parts of the world.
Athanasia has the following similar or variant Names
- Anastasia |
- Athanasios |
- Athanasius |
- Athina |
- Thanasis