Telitha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: teh-LEE-tha //təˈliːθə//
Origin: Hebrew; Aramaic
Meaning: Hebrew: 'dew'; Aramaic: 'little girl'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Telitha has its roots in the Aramaic language, where it is derived from the word "טליתא" (talitha), meaning "little girl" or "young girl." This term is notably referenced in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically in the Gospel of Mark (5:41), where Jesus raises a girl from the dead, addressing her with the phrase "Talitha cumi," which translates to "Little girl, arise." This biblical context provides a significant historical milestone for the name, linking it to themes of resurrection and hope within early Christian narratives. The transition of Telitha into English can be traced through the early translations of the Bible, particularly the King James Version published in 1611, which popularized many biblical names and phrases among English-speaking Christians.
The name's Aramaic origins were preserved in the New Testament, allowing it to maintain its cultural significance as a symbol of innocence and youth. Over the centuries, Telitha has been associated with various cultural and religious contexts, often evoking the image of a tender, beloved child.
In addition to its biblical roots, Telitha has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, sometimes appearing in literature and religious texts as a representation of purity and vulnerability. The name's gentle connotation has allowed it to resonate with themes of nurturing and care, making it a cherished choice in certain communities.
While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Telitha itself carries a distinct historical and cultural weight, rooted in its Aramaic origins and its enduring presence in Christian tradition.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Telitha was first seen in the United States in 1884.
Telitha has ranked as high as #1107 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Telitha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Telitha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Telitha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Telitha
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Telitha.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |