Find out how popular the first name Ethiopia has been for the last 1 years (from 2022 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ethiopia by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ethiopia is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ethiopia.

The history of the first name Ethiopia

The name Ethiopia is derived from the Greek word "Aithiops," which means "burnt face" or "sun-tanned." It refers to the ancient Greek name for the region that is now known as Eritrea and northern Ethiopia. The name was first used by the ancient Greeks to describe the people living in this region, who had darker skin tones due to their proximity to the equator.

The earliest recorded use of the name Ethiopia dates back to the 8th century BC, when it appeared in the writings of Homer and other ancient Greek texts. The name was also mentioned in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Acts, where it refers to the Ethiopian eunuch who was converted to Christianity by Philip the Evangelist.

One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Ethiopia was Aethiopia, a legendary queen of the Ethiopians who was said to have lived in the 1st century AD. She is mentioned in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus.

Another notable figure with the name Ethiopia was Aethiopia, a Christian martyr who was killed during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian in the early 4th century AD. She is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

In the 6th century AD, there was a Byzantine monk named Ethiopia who was known for his ascetic lifestyle and his writings on the spiritual life. He is also venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

During the Middle Ages, the name Ethiopia was associated with the Christian kingdom of Ethiopia, which was one of the oldest Christian nations in the world. One of the most famous rulers of this kingdom was Emperor Amda Seyon I, who reigned from 1314 to 1344 and is credited with strengthening the Christian faith in the region.

In the 16th century, there was a famous Ethiopian monk named Abba Ethiopia, who is considered one of the greatest religious figures in Ethiopian history. He was known for his works of poetry and his efforts to promote education and literacy in the country.

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