Alethia

Greek

"truth"

Alethia Origin and Meaning

The name Alethia is a girl's name.

Alethia is a feminine name derived from the Greek word 'aletheia,' meaning 'truth' or 'disclosure.' In ancient Greek philosophy, particularly in the works of Plato and Heidegger, aletheia represents the concept of unconcealedness or the revealing of reality. The name carries profound philosophical undertones about honesty and authentic existence. Pronounced ah-LEE-thee-ah or ah-leh-THEE-ah, this melodic name has a timeless quality with its classical roots. While never ranking among the most popular names in Western countries, Alethia maintains steady usage, particularly among families valuing its meaningful etymology. The variant spelling Alethea is also seen. The name appeals to parents drawn to classical Greek names or those seeking a name with intellectual depth and positive moral associations.

Famous People Named Alethia

• Alethia Lethe Tanner American educator and activist
• Alethia Annette Lewis Hoage Phinazee American librarian and educator