Thais
Thais: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Thais
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Θαΐς (Thaḯs), became known as the name of the mistress of Alexander the Great.
How popular is Thais?
Since 1880, 2,225 girls in the U.S. have been named Thais. Its highest rank for girls was #1478 in 1916. In 2025, 26 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Thais
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Sibling name ideas for Thais
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Thais FAQ
What does the name Thais mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Θαΐς (Thaḯs), became known as the name of the mistress of Alexander the Great.
What is the origin of the name Thais?
Thais is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Thais?
Since 1880, 2,225 girls in the U.S. have been named Thais. Its highest rank for girls was #1478 in 1916. In 2025, 26 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Thais a boy or girl name?
Thais is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,225 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.