Names in Modern Israel
Though she is not presented favorably in the Bible, "Athaliah" or "Atalia" is attested, though infrequently, as a female first name in contemporary Israel.
This is derived partially from a search for Hebrew parallels with such (etymologically unconnected) European names as Ottilie, Odile and Ophelia, as well as with some Yiddish names. Also, some Israeli feminists advocate "reading the Bible backwards" and favoring the names of women characters whom the male compilers of the Bible regarded negatively.
A woman with this name is the main protagonist of the 1984 film Atalia.
| Athaliah House of David Cadet branch of the Tribe of Judah | ||
| Regnal titles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Ahaziah |
Queen of Judah 842 BC – 836 BC |
Succeeded by Jehoash |
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Or gallop for what must be joy,”
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