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At a Glance: Name: Thea – Meaning: goddess – Origin: Greek – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: THEE-ah
Thea is a Greek name meaning goddess, pronounced THEE-ah. It's a short, classic name that has stayed familiar without ever feeling overused — a solid pick if you're drawn to timeless, uncomplicated names.
Meaning & Origin of Thea
Meaning: Goddess.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Thea
Phonetic: THEE-ah IPA: /ˈθiːə/
Popularity of Thea
Thea reached its most popular point in 2017, ranking #268 with 1,192 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #348, with 893 babies — still a steady presence, just a bit less common than its 2017 peak.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Thea mean?
Goddess. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Thea)
How do you pronounce Thea?
Thea is pronounced THEE-ah (IPA: /ˈθiːə/).
Is Thea a popular name right now?
Thea peaked at #268 in 2017 and is ranked #348 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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