Thirza Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: THUR-zah /θɪr.zə/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'delight'; English: 'a variant of Theresa'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Thirza has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the name "Tirzah" (תִּרְצָה), which means "delight" or "pleasantness." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Numbers, where Tirzah is mentioned as one of the five daughters of Zelophehad, who successfully petitioned for their inheritance rights in the land of Canaan. The name was subsequently adopted into Greek as "Thirza," and later into Latin, maintaining its original meaning.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of biblical translations, particularly the King James Version of the Bible published in 1611, which helped popularize many biblical names in English-speaking contexts. Throughout history, Thirza has been associated with themes of beauty and charm, reflecting its original meaning.
The name has been used in various literary works and religious texts, contributing to its cultural significance. In the 19th century, it appeared in English literature, notably in the works of authors such as George Eliot, further embedding it within the cultural fabric of the time.
The name has also been linked to various saints and figures in Christian tradition, enhancing its spiritual resonance. In addition to its biblical roots, Thirza carries connotations of grace and favor, which have allowed it to endure in various forms across different cultures.
The name has been used in various diminutive forms, such as "Tirzy," which may reflect affectionate or familial connections. Overall, Thirza's historical and cultural significance is deeply intertwined with its etymological origins, making it a name rich in meaning and tradition.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thirza was first seen in the United States in 1887.
Thirza has ranked as high as #832 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Thirza has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Thirza 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 Thirza was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Thirza
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 Thirza.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1917 | 20 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |