Here's some research I've done on the meanings of the names of the protagonists in "The Fountain of Fair Fortune".
The name Amata has the following meaning:
Much loved in Latin, or alternatively, "Worthy of love". It is a name that's been regularly used since the 17th century. It has steadily grown in popularity over the years and remains a favourite in the English speaking world.http://www.quickbabynames.com/meaning-of-Amata.html
The name Altheda has the following meaning:
With healing power.http://www.quickbabynames.com/meaning-of-Altheda.html
One who is lively. A very popular Arabic namehttp://www.quickbabynames.com/meaning-of-Asha.html
And these other meanings in http://babynamesworld.parentsconnect.com/meaning_of_Asha.html have been suggested by a student
(Origin: Sanskrit) Meaning: Hope
(Origin: Swahili) Meaning: Life
Asha is also the Zoroastrian concept of "truth, order".
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