Talitha
Talitha: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtælɪθə/
Meaning and origin of Talitha
- A female given name from Aramaic of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Aramaic טליתא (ṭalyəṯāʾ, “female child, girl, maiden”). From a passage in the New Testament (Gospel of Mark) in which Jesus restores to life a little girl.
How popular is Talitha?
Since 1880, 3,521 girls in the U.S. have been named Talitha. Its highest rank for girls was #1069 in 1902. In 2025, 42 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Talitha FAQ
What does the name Talitha mean?
A female given name from Aramaic of biblical origin. From Aramaic טליתא (ṭalyəṯāʾ, “female child, girl, maiden”). From a passage in the New Testament (Gospel of Mark) in which Jesus restores to life a little girl.
What is the origin of the name Talitha?
Talitha is listed as a name of Aramaic origin.
How popular is the name Talitha?
Since 1880, 3,521 girls in the U.S. have been named Talitha. Its highest rank for girls was #1069 in 1902. In 2025, 42 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Talitha a boy or girl name?
Talitha is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,521 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.