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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Truth (literally "un-concealment")
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- al-uh-THAY-uh
Aletheia is a Greek name pronounced al-uh-THAY-uh, and it means "truth" — literally "un-concealment," the idea of something being brought out into the open. It's a four-syllable name with a soft, flowing sound, for parents who want a name with a clear, meaningful core.
Meaning & Origin of Aletheia
Meaning: Truth (literally "un-concealment").
Origin: Greek.
How to Pronounce Aletheia
al-uh-THAY-uhIPA /ælɪˈθeɪə/
Popularity of Aletheia
Aletheia peaked at #2578 in 2020 (66 babies) and sat at #2963 in 2024 (55 babies). It's a rarely used name, so a child named Aletheia is unlikely to share the name with classmates.
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These names have followed a similar path to Aletheia in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Aletheia mean?
Truth (literally “un-concealment”).
How do you pronounce Aletheia?
Aletheia is pronounced al-uh-THAY-uh (IPA: /ælɪˈθeɪə/).
Is Aletheia a popular name right now?
Aletheia is near its all-time peak (#2578 in 2020), ranked #2963 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1973–2024.)
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