Thalia

At a Glance: Name: Thalia – Meaning: to bloom, flourish – Origin: Greek – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: THAY-lee-ah

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Thalia is a Greek name pronounced THAY-lee-ah, carrying the meaning "to bloom, flourish." It has a nature-inspired style, giving it an outdoorsy, growth-minded feel that matches its meaning. For parents drawn to names with a clear, documented meaning rooted in Greek, Thalia is a solid option to consider.

Meaning & Origin of Thalia

Meaning: To bloom, flourish.

Origin: Greek.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Thalia

Phonetic: THAY-lee-ah   IPA: /ˈθeɪliə/

Popularity of Thalia

Thalia reached its high point in 1993, when 700 baby girls were given the name, ranking it #363 that year. By 2024 it had settled at #658, with 444 girls named Thalia — still a steady presence, just less common than its early-90s peak.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1885–2024.

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Names With a Similar Story

Derived from shared style, era, and origin data (or, for names we have no style data for, a similar Social Security popularity trajectory) — not a hand-picked list.

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FAQ

What does the name Thalia mean?

To bloom, flourish. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Thalia)

How do you pronounce Thalia?

Thalia is pronounced THAY-lee-ah (IPA: /ˈθeɪliə/).

Is Thalia a popular name right now?

Thalia peaked at #363 in 1993 and is ranked #658 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1885–2024.)

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