Thetis
THEE-tis
Thetis is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “In Greek mythology, Thetis was a sea nymph, a goddess of the sea, and the mother of Achilles. The name's origin is Ancient Greek.”, and peaked in popularity in 1915.
What Thetis Means
“In Greek mythology, Thetis was a sea nymph, a goddess of the sea, and the mother of Achilles. The name's origin is Ancient Greek.”
The Story of Thetis
Before heroes, there were goddesses, and this name belongs to the mother of Achilles, a divine force of the sea.
Thetis is a name of ancient Greek origin, steeped in mythology. She was a powerful sea nymph, a goddess of the water, and famously, the mother of the great hero Achilles. The name itself evokes the mystery and strength of the deep ocean.
You sense a deep, protective power when you hear this name. It's for your daughter who will possess an inner strength, a fierce independence, and a profound connection to the forces that shape life.
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Famous Namesakes
Thetis
Sea nymph and mother of Achilles
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1915
Total Births
147
First Recorded
1914
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