Hestia

The meaning of Hestia is ‘hearth’ or ‘fireside’. It is a name given to girls and is of Greek origin. It derives from the Greek word ‘hestía’ meaning ‘altar’ or ‘hearth’. According to Greek mythology, Hestia was the name of the virgin goddess of the hearth and domesticity. She is the first child of the Titan gods, Cronus and Rhea. In her family, sacrifices and offerings were often made in her honor. She was Zeus's sister and one of Cronus's children who were swallowed at birth. Zeus, on the other hand, was hidden from birth and went on to deceive his father into releasing his siblings. She is known as one of the twelve Olympian gods. She vowed to remain a maiden when Poseidon and Apollo proposed to her. As a result, Zeus conferred upon her the privilege of accepting all gods' sacrifices. When she awakened by a donkey, she proclaimed the donkey to be her sacred animal. A dark main-belt asteroid was named Hestia after the Greek goddess by an astronomer named William Henry Smyth. Vesta is an associated character in Roman mythology. She, too, is a virgin goddess of the hearth and home.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

hearth, fireside

Origin

Greek

Numerology

H is for heart, warm and loving.

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

S is for select, as few are chosen.

T is for treat, that you always are.

I is for inspire, others seek your guidance.

A is for altruism, the unselfish you.

Lucky

Hestia lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Hestia in Pop Culture

• Hestia Jones character in the Harry Potter series
• Hestia Carrow character in the Harry Potter series
• Hestia main character in anime Dungeon Ni Deai Wo Motomeru (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?)
• Hestia Hero Villager in the mobile app Village Life
• Hestia Greek goddess of the hearth