Thalia
Thalia is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
To bloom, flourish, or joyous.
Origin and history
Thalia originates from the Ancient Greek name Thaleia, derived from the word thallein, meaning to bloom or flourish. In Greek mythology, Thalia was one of the Nine Muses, presiding over comedy and idyllic poetry, as well as one of the Three Graces. The name has seen steady usage in the United States, maintaining a consistent presence in modern baby name rankings.
Popularity in the United States
16,264 babies in the United States have been named Thalia since 1880. It ranks #1208 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #653.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.1 %)
- TX (13.9 %)
- NY (11.4 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 48 |
| 1910-1920 | 189 |
| 1920-1930 | 300 |
| 1930-1940 | 297 |
| 1940-1950 | 263 |
| 1950-1960 | 300 |
| 1960-1970 | 459 |
| 1970-1980 | 370 |
| 1980-1990 | 512 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,815 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,850 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,234 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,616 |
Famous people named Thalia
- Thalia: Singer, Actress
- Thalia Tran: Actress
Nicknames
Lia, Thali
Fun facts
- In classical Greek mythology, Thalia was the Muse of comedy and pastoral poetry, as well as one of the Charites (Graces).
- The name shares its Greek root with botanical terms related to plant growth and blossoming.