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What does the baby name Athaliah mean? Learn about what Athaliah means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Athaliah - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Athaliah
A-T-H-A-L-I-A-H, is a 8-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Athaliah
ah THAL ee ah
ah tha LY ah
Meaning of Athaliah
God is praised.
Origin of Athaliah
The name 'Athaliah' has its origins in the Hebrew language. It is derived from the Hebrew name אֲתַלְיָהוּ (Athalyahu), which means 'Yahweh is exalted' or 'Yahweh is praised'.
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Popularity of Athaliah
The name 'Athaliah' is not widely popular and has consistently remained relatively uncommon. It has not ranked among the top names for boys in recent years.
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Etymology of Athaliah

The name 'Athaliah' is composed of two elements: 'Athal' and 'Yahu'. 'Athal' is derived from the Hebrew word אֲתַל (athal), which means 'exalted' or 'praised'. 'Yahu' is a shortened form of the Hebrew name Yahweh, which is the name of the Hebrew God.

Cultural Significance of Athaliah

In Hebrew culture, names hold deep religious and spiritual significance. The name 'Athaliah' reflects a belief in the exalted nature of Yahweh and serves as a reminder of the importance of praising and honoring God.