Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Thalia has Greek origins, meaning 'to bloom' or 'to flourish.' Its path through language includes forms like Thaleia in Latin. The name is associated with creativity and has a positive image in modern times. There is no biblical relevance, but it gained popularity during the Renaissance, influenced by classical themes.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈθeɪliə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Thalia is derived from the Greek word 'thallein,' which means 'to bloom' or 'to flourish.' In Greek mythology, Thalia was one of the Muses, specifically the Muse of comedy and idyllic poetry.
Meaning
to bloom, to flourish
Language Evolution
Thalia (Ancient Greek), Thaleia (Latinized form), Thalia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Thalia gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Renaissance, influenced by classical literature and the revival of interest in Greek mythology.
Variants & Derivatives
Talia, Thaleia, Tally
Modern Popularity & Image
Thalia is often associated with creativity and the arts due to its mythological roots. It carries a positive connotation of beauty and liveliness.
Famous People
Thalia (Mexican singer and actress), Thalia Zedek (American musician), Thalia (one of the Muses in Greek mythology)
📊 Trend Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 700 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1525th of 9107 | 487 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1506th of 9204 | 494 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1770th of 12526 | 683 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2212th of 19264 | 599 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 927th of 27321 | 3,092 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 723rd of 35406 | 5,854 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 741st of 30306 | 4,588 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
82.09% 1132nd/1379 |
80.39% 1902nd/2366 |
94.57% 1080th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
69.34% 1079th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
65.43% 1590th/2430 |
60.46% 1725th/2853 |
65.08% 1806th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
42.52% 1481st/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
50.94% 2060th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.39% 1341st/3685 |
14.77% 661st/4475 |
20.27% 1053rd/5194 |
10.80% 682nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.31% 885th/4582 |
10.55% 545th/5164 |
11.29% 826th/7313 |
8.66% 646th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.23% 806th/3984 |
17.09% 767th/4487 |
12.53% 855th/6822 |
9.26% 581st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1525th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1506th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1770th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2212th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 927th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 723rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 741st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.