Thais Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTIE-iss / ˈθaɪ.ɪsGreek; Portuguese
Meaning
Greek: 'the one who is praised'; Portuguese: 'a variant of Thais'
Historical & Cultural Background
Thais is derived from the Greek name Thais, which was borne by a famous courtesan in ancient Athens. The name has been used in various cultures, including Portuguese, where it is a popular feminine name. In literature, Thais has been referenced in works such as Molière's play 'The Misanthrope'. The name has seen varying degrees of popularity across different regions and time periods.
Trend Summary
Thais has experienced moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Thayse
- Tais
International Variants
- Tais (Portuguese)
- Thais (French)
- Thais (Spanish)
Famous people named Thais
Thais de Lima is a Brazilian artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
Thais Ferreira is a Brazilian actress recognized for her roles in television dramas.
Thais Blume is a Brazilian writer and poet celebrated for her literary works.
Thais Fersoza is a Brazilian actress and television presenter known for her work in telenovelas.
Fictional characters named Thais
Thais is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy IX', known for her role in the storyline.
Thais is a character in the novel 'The Misanthrope' by Molière, depicted as a courtesan.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thais was first seen in the United States in 1909. Thais has ranked as high as #1215 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Thais has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thais (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 30 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 31 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 42 |
| 2000 | 63 |
| 2001 | 84 |
| 2002 | 47 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 36 |
| 2024 | 34 |