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Athaliah
Queen of Judah, biblical figure
Biography
Queen of Judah in the 9th century BCE, known from biblical and historical records. She was the daughter or wife of Ahab and ruled the Kingdom of Judah.
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Historical Figure
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Hebrew
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Athaliah
Hebrew origin
“From the Hebrew Athalyahu, meaning 'God is exalted' or 'Yah is mighty.' Athaliah was a 9th-century BCE queen of Judah, making this a name steeped in biblical drama and feminine power. It carries aristocratic weight and historical gravitas appealing to parents seeking names with genuine substance.”