She was a wicked queen. She killed all her son's children (except for one who was hidden from her) and all the heirs of the throne to become queen.
― Anonymous User 5/15/2024
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I always thought this name was so beautiful. It would work well in modern times and it doesn't have the same connotation as Jezebel. The reason why it is masculine is because a few male biblical characters were named Athaliah because most names could be used for men and women.
― Anonymous User 10/12/2023, edited 10/12/2023
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Athaliah Molokomme is the attorney general of Botswana and is the first woman to hold that position. Molokomme has been committed to advocacy for women's rights at conferences, workshops, and seminars around the world. Dr. Athaliah Molokomme was appointed as Permanent Representative of Botswana to the UN in Geneva and Ambassador to Switzerland in May 2018.
Athalia Ponsell Lindsley (July 25, 1917 – January 23, 1974) was an American model, Broadway dancer, political activist and television personality on the show Winner Take All. She was murdered by an unknown assailant on the front steps of her home in St. Augustine, Florida. Her murder remains unsolved.
― Anonymous User 1/21/2022
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Wow, what a beautiful and sophisticated name. I agree that it would be a nice, uncommon alternative for Natalia or Natalie, although those are very nice names too. I think Athaliah is a strictly feminine name now, even though it's been used for boys in the past.
― Anonymous User 1/21/2022
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I like this name for some reason. It's a unique twist on Natalia or Talia. I think Lia would be a nice nickname.
― Anonymous User 9/8/2017
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I've always loved it. It definitely sounds powerful and queenly. I'm never having kids but back in the day in moments of weakness and contemplating what I'd name a future child if I had one, I was completely sure I'd name a future daughter Athaliah or Athalia. Now, I'll just have to name a future girl kitty this name, but I'm still waiting for the kitty who will have the personality it takes to bear this beautiful, strong name. Also, Athaliah was pretty bada*s if you ask me. Throughout history, kings and generals and what not have done far more horrible things, and these are real persons in history, and no one bats an eye to name boys those same names borne by such men. If you really love and enjoy this name, don't be inhibited by the "gory history" of a fictional book, and name your little girl this beautiful name. It deserves to be borne again and little girls need a name other than fricking Emma, Harper, or other ultra popular and tedious names.
Athaliah was a powerful woman, not evil at all, but written as such because men of the time were furious a woman was able to reach the throne due to all her male relatives being slaughtered by Jehu's henchmen.
― Anonymous User 6/4/2016
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Weird name. How do you say it?
― Anonymous User 11/3/2015
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My name is Athalia. (UH-TA-LEE-AH) I go by Talia because nobody can say 'Athalia' :)
She killed all her son's children (except for one who was hidden from her) and all the heirs of the throne to become queen.