Athens
UnisexAthens has been given to 218 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 189,786 boys was named Athens.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
218
Peak year
2018 (20 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2006
10-year trend
▲ +7%
Gender split
25% girls / 75% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Athens — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Athens.
Sibling name ideas for Athens
Same era and popularity as Athens, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Athens?
Athens has been given to 218 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Athens peak?
Athens peaked in 2018, when 20 babies were given the name.
Is Athens a girl or boy name?
Athens is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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