Meaning unknown, perhaps derived from Greek αθηρ (ather) "sharp" and αινη (aine) "praise". Athena was the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, the daughter of Zeus and the patron goddess of the city of Athens in Greece. She is associated with the olive tree and the owl. Athena originates in Greek language and the meaning of the name is unclear. In Greek mythology, Athena, sometimes called Pallas Athena, was the goddess of wisdom, warfare, strength and justice. Her equivalent in Roman mythology was Minerva. Athena was also the virgin patron of Athens.
Athena Related Names Variants: Athene, Athenais, Athenea
