Thea
Meaning of Thea
The name Thea, pronounced THEE-uh (/ˈθiə/), is a charming and timeless choice for a baby girl. Originating from Greek mythology, Thea is derived from the name Theia, who was a Titaness and the goddess of sight and the shining light of the clear blue sky. This association lends an ethereal quality to the name, evoking images of light and divine beauty. Over recent years, Thea has steadily grown in popularity in the United States, reflecting its appeal to modern parents seeking a name that combines classic elegance with contemporary charm. In 2023, it ranked 321st with 970 occurrences, showing a significant rise from its rank of 767th in 2014. The consistency in its popularity highlights Thea's enduring allure as a graceful and sophisticated name choice for baby girls.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as THEE-uh (/ˈθiə/)
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Notable People Named Thea
| Thea von Harbou - Thea Gabriele von Harbou was a German screenwriter, novelist, film director, and actress known for her work on the science fiction film Metropolis and her collaboration with director Fritz Lang. |
| Thea Bowman, FSPA was a prominent Black Catholic religious sister, teacher, musician, liturgist, and scholar known for her significant contributions to the ministry of the Catholic Church for African Americans. |
| Thea Eve Gilmore, also known as Afterlight, is a prolific English singer-songwriter with over twenty albums to her name and multiple chart successes. |
| Thea Sharrock is a prominent English theatre and film director, known for becoming the youngest artistic director in British theatre at the age of 24. |
| Thea Musgrave CBE is a Scottish composer known for her opera and classical music, and has been based in the United States since 1972. |
| Theodora Beckmann, also known as Thea Beckman, was a renowned Dutch author of children's books. |
| Thea Nerissa Barnes (1952–2018) was a renowned dancer, choreographer, and teacher. |
