Thais
Meaning of Thais
Thais is a female name with French, Portuguese, and English origins. In French, it is pronounced as tah-EES (/ta.i/), in Portuguese as tah-EESH (/ta.iʃ/), and in English as tye-ees (/taɪˈiːz/). The name has variations such as Tais. Thais has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1909, with its popularity fluctuating over the years. In recent years, it has been ranked around the 4000-6000 range in terms of occurrence. Thais carries a sense of international flair and elegance, making it a unique choice for parents looking for a name with multicultural associations.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as tah-EES (/ta.i/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as tah-EESH (/ta.iʃ/)
English
- Pronunced as tye-ees (/taɪˈiːz/)
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Notable People Named Thais
| Thais Margaret Plaisted was a versatile American writer, political scientist, parliamentarian, and educator. |
| Thais St. Julien - Thaïs St. Julien, a soprano from New Orleans, was a renowned musician and Co-Director of the New Orleans Musica da Camera, specializing in medieval and Renaissance music. |
| Thais Blatnik - Thais F. O'Donnell Shuler Blatnik was an American journalist and politician who served in both chambers of the West Virginia Legislature. |
| Thaís Melchior - Thaís de Souza Melchior Affonso is a Brazilian actress. |
