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Tristia

TRIS-tee-ah

Tristia is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Of Latin origin, derived from 'tristis', meaning 'sad' or 'melancholy'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1984.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Tristia Means

Of Latin origin, derived from 'tristis', meaning 'sad' or 'melancholy'.

The Story of Tristia

This name resonates with a melancholic grace, originating from the very Latin word for a contemplative sigh.

Tristia is of Latin origin, directly derived from the word 'tristis.' This root word signifies 'sad' or 'melancholy,' and the name itself emerged as a given name in the mid-1980s.

For your child, Tristia suggests a daughter who will possess a quiet wisdom and a rich inner life. You imagine her finding art in every shadow and light, experiencing the world with soulful awareness.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

SensitiveIntrospectiveCreative

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Peak Year

#7 in 1984

Total Births

14

First Recorded

1984

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