a-tha'-ya ('athayah = "Yahweh is helper"; Athea, or Atheai): He is designated (Neh 11:4) as a descendant of Judah and the son of Uzziah. After the return from Babylon, he dwelt in Jerusalem. In 1 Ch 9:4 his name is given as Uthai.
Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Definition for 'ATHAIAH'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". bible-history.com - ISBE; 1915.