Thelma
THEL-mah
Popularity
#4446
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
226,571
Peak Year
#7,871 in 1921
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Thelma is of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'thelma' meaning 'will' or 'desire'. It gained popularity after its use in the novel 'Thelma' by Marie Corelli in 1887.
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Famous Namesakes
Thelma Ritter
American actress known for her character roles.
Thelma Barlow
British actress known for her role on 'Coronation Street'.
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