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Thalia is a feminine name used in Greek Mythology and Greek. Behind the Name describes it this way: "From the Greek name Θάλεια (Thaleia), derived from θάλλω (thallo) meaning ‘to blossom’. In Greek mythology she was one of the nine Muses, presiding over comedy and pastoral poetry." It ranked #648 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, from the Greek name Θάλεια (Thaleia), derived from θάλλω (thallo) meaning ‘to blossom’. In Greek mythology she was one of the nine Muses, presiding over comedy and pastoral poetry. The entry lists its usage as Greek Mythology (Latinized), Greek.
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Popularity
Thalia ranked #648 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #648 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thalia mean?
Thalia means "to blossom", according to Behind the Name.
Is Thalia a popular name?
Thalia ranked #648 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Thalia a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Thalia appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Thalia — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
