Thalita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-LEE-tah / tɑːˈliːtəHebrew; Portuguese
Meaning
Hebrew: 'young girl'; Portuguese: 'little girl'
Historical & Cultural Background
Thalita is derived from the Hebrew word 'Talitha', which appears in the New Testament, specifically in the story of Jesus raising a girl from the dead. The name has been adopted in various cultures, particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries. In these contexts, it often conveys a sense of youth and innocence. The name is relatively uncommon but has gained some popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
Thalita has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Talita
International Variants
- Talitha (Hebrew)
- Talita (Portuguese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thalita was first seen in the United States in 2002. Thalita has ranked as high as #1377 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Thalita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thalita
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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2002 | 5 |
2003 | 5 |
2006 | 6 |