Althea - Girl Dog Names

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Althea

/ælˈθiːə/

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Moderate

Meaning

Healer or healing

Represents restoration, care, and nurturing energy, symbolizing the power to bring wellness and balance.

Symbolism

Embodies natural healing, compassion, and resilience; often linked to medicinal plants and holistic well-being.

Etymology: Derived from the Greek word 'althainein,' meaning 'to heal'; in Greek mythology, Althea was a queen associated with fate and healing, and the name is also used for the shrub Hibiscus syriacus, known as the 'rose of Sharon' or 'althea'.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

ancient

Cultural Background

Rooted in ancient Greek language and mythology, Althea has been used historically in Western culture

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