Telma
TEL-mah
Telma is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Telma is a name of Greek origin, possibly related to Telemachus, meaning 'far-fighter' or 'one who fights from afar'. It's sometimes considered a short form.”. It currently ranks #15033 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1976.
What Telma Means
“Telma is a name of Greek origin, possibly related to Telemachus, meaning 'far-fighter' or 'one who fights from afar'. It's sometimes considered a short form.”
The Story of Telma
From ancient Greek battle cries to your quiet nursery, this name carries a deep, resonant strength, a warrior's heart softened for your daughter.
Telma traces its lineage to ancient Greece, possibly as a variation or diminutive of Telemachus, a name meaning 'far-fighter' or 'one who fights from afar.' This classical root suggests a spirit of resilience and determination that traveled through centuries. While not always a mainstream choice, it found a place in various European naming traditions, particularly in the 20th century, echoing its ancient, enduring strength.
There's a powerful cadence to 'Telma,' a name you can imagine whispering to your daughter in the quiet dark, a sound that feels both ancient and intimately yours. It speaks of an inner fortitude, a quiet resolve that will see her through challenges. When you write 'Telma' on her birth certificate, you are marking her with a legacy of distant strength, a quiet warrior.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#13 in 1976
Total Births
269
First Recorded
1915
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