Origin:
Greek
Sex:Female
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Wholesome, from the verb meaning ‘to heal’. Althaia was the Greek name for the marshmallow plant which was believed to have healing powers. Made popular by 17th Century Richard Lovelace’s poem ‘To Althea, from Prison”Pure; Wholesome.
Soul Urge:People with the name Althea have a deep inner need for quiet, and a desire to understand and analyze the world they live in, and to learn the deeper truths.
Expression:People with the name Althea tend to be quiet, cooperative, considerate, sympathetic to others, adaptable, balanced and sometimes shy. They are trustworthy, respecting the confidences of others, and make excellent diplomats, mediators and partners. They are often very intuitive. They like detail and order, and often find change worrisome. They may sometimes feel insecure or restless.