Talitha
Talitha is a girl's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Little girl or maiden.
Origin and history
Talitha is an Aramaic name meaning 'little girl' or 'maiden', derived from the phrase spoken by Jesus in the New Testament when reviving a young child. It remains a rare yet steadily used name in the United States. Its historic biblical connection gives it a gentle, traditional appeal.
Popularity in the United States
3,521 babies in the United States have been named Talitha since 1880. It ranks #2985 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1792.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32.9 %)
- TX (29.9 %)
- FL (8 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 17 |
| 1900-1910 | 43 |
| 1910-1920 | 86 |
| 1920-1930 | 85 |
| 1930-1940 | 57 |
| 1940-1950 | 47 |
| 1950-1960 | 95 |
| 1960-1970 | 196 |
| 1970-1980 | 578 |
| 1980-1990 | 659 |
| 1990-2000 | 427 |
| 2000-2010 | 442 |
| 2010-2019 | 480 |
| 2020-2029 | 309 |
Famous people named Talitha
- Talitha Bateman: Actress
- Talitha Getty: Actress, Model
Nicknames
Tali, Litha
Fun facts
- The name comes directly from the Gospel of Mark in the phrase 'Talitha cumi'.
- It gained usage in English-speaking regions following the Protestant Reformation alongside other biblical phrases.