Thalia
Thalia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /θəˈlaɪ.ə/ · /ˈθɑːliə/
Meaning and origin of Thalia
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Θαλία (Thalía) or Θάλεια (Tháleia); from Ancient Greek θάλλω (thállō, “flourish, to be verdant”).
How popular is Thalia?
Since 1880, 16,264 girls in the U.S. have been named Thalia. Its highest rank for girls was #363 in 1993. In 2025 it ranked #648 for girls, with 446 babies given the name.
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Thalia FAQ
What does the name Thalia mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Θαλία (Thalía) or Θάλεια (Tháleia); from Ancient Greek θάλλω (thállō, “flourish, to be verdant”).
What is the origin of the name Thalia?
Thalia is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Thalia?
Since 1880, 16,264 girls in the U.S. have been named Thalia. Its highest rank for girls was #363 in 1993. In 2025 it ranked #648 for girls, with 446 babies given the name.
Is Thalia a boy or girl name?
Thalia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 16,264 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.