Girl Names
Beautiful, strong, and distinctive names for your daughter. Dive into the meaning, origin, and history behind each one.
Thara
“wealth, abundance, richness”
Thara means 'wealth', 'riches', or 'abundance'. It can also refer to the richness of the earth and the fertility of soil. The name conveys prosperity, generosity, and the blessings of material and spiritual wealth.
Thea
“Goddess or divine light”
Thea functions both as an independent name derived from the Greek 'theos', meaning god or divine, and as a short form of longer names including Dorothea (gift of God) and Theodora (gift of God). In Germany it became established as a standalone name and has achieved considerable independent popularity. As a name rooted in the Greek concept of divinity, Thea suggests heavenly grace, divine blessing, or a gift bestowed by the gods. Its brevity and clarity give it a clean, modern feel while retaining ancient roots.
Theano
“Divine”
Theano is an ancient Greek name derived from theos, meaning god or divine, with the suffix creating an abstract or adjectival form suggesting divine quality or god-like nature. It was borne by several women in antiquity, most notably Theano of Croton, a Pythagorean philosopher and mathematician regarded as one of the first known female scholars in the Western tradition. The name combines classical gravitas with a melodious sound, rarely heard today but deeply respected by those who know it.
Thecle
“Divine glory; glory of God”
Thecle is the French form of Thecla, derived from the Greek 'Theokleia,' a compound of 'theos' meaning God and 'kleos' meaning glory or fame. The name thus means the glory of God or one made glorious by God, and it entered Christian use almost entirely through the veneration of Saint Thecla, one of the earliest female martyrs.
Thekla
“Glory of God”
Thekla derives from the Greek 'theos' meaning God and 'kleos' meaning glory, creating a name that translates to glory of God. It was borne by one of the earliest Christian saints, a follower of Saint Paul whose story of faith and courage has resonated across centuries. The name carries both spiritual depth and a striking, memorable sound.
Thelma
“Will or wish”
Thelma is a literary invention that found its way into widespread use after appearing as the heroine of Marie Corelli's 1887 novel of the same name, set in Norway. The name peaked in popularity in English-speaking countries during the early to mid-20th century, giving it a vintage, nostalgic character. It is most widely recognised today through the landmark 1991 film 'Thelma & Louise'.
Themi
“law”
Themi is the informal diminutive form of Themis, the Greek Titaness personifying divine law, order, and custom. The root word themis (θέμις) referred in ancient Greek to divinely sanctioned law as opposed to human-made law (nomos), giving the name a lofty philosophical and religious dimension. In everyday Greek use, Themi functions as both a standalone name and an affectionate nickname, carrying a warmth that the more formal Themis lacks.
Theodora
“Gift of God; divine blessing”
Theodora is a Greek name meaning 'gift of God,' composed of the elements 'theos' (God) and 'doron' (gift). It is the feminine form of Theodore and carries a sense of divine grace and blessing. The name has been borne by empresses and saints, giving it an air of regal splendour.
Theodorine
“Gift of God”
Theodorine is a French feminine name built on the Greek 'Theodoros,' composed of 'theos' meaning God and 'doron' meaning gift. The '-ine' suffix transforms the masculine Theodor root into a distinctly French feminine form, carrying the profound meaning of one who is a gift from God.
Theodosia
“gift of God”
Theodosia is a compound Greek name formed from theos (θεός, god) and dosis (δόσις, gift or giving), producing the meaning 'gift of God' or 'given by God'. It is the feminine counterpart of Theodosios and shares the same etymological root as Dorothea (with the elements reversed). The name was popular in the Byzantine Empire and among early Christian communities, carried by several saints and martyrs, and has experienced a notable revival in English-speaking countries following references in Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical Hamilton.
Theodoti
“gift of God or given by God”
Theodoti is derived from the Greek theos (θεός, god) and dotē or dotheis, a form related to didomi (to give), creating a name meaning 'she who is given by God' or 'God's gift'. It is a variant within the same family as Theodosia, Theodore, and Theodora, all sharing the divine gift meaning but expressed through slightly different grammatical forms. Theodoti is less common than its relatives, giving it a distinctive rarity that makes it prized in families seeking an authentic Greek name with classical depth.
Theophanie
“God appears; divine manifestation”
Theophanie is the French feminine form of Theophanes, from the Greek 'theos' (God) and 'phainein' (to appear, to manifest). It shares its root with Epiphany and carries the theological meaning of divine revelation made visible, a name that celebrates the moment when the sacred becomes perceptible.
Theophano
“manifestation of God or God appearing”
Theophano is composed of 'theos' (God) and 'phainein' (to appear or to shine), together meaning 'the one in whom God appears' or 'divine manifestation'. The name was favored in Byzantine imperial circles and is associated with several historical empresses of Constantinople. It carries an aura of luminous beauty and divine presence, reflecting Byzantine ideals of sacred womanhood.
Theresa
“Harvester”
Theresa is believed to derive from the Greek therizein, meaning to harvest or to reap, or alternatively from the name of the Greek island of Thera, possibly meaning summer. It has been deeply embedded in Catholic German and Austrian culture for centuries, associated with saints, empresses and religious contemplatives. The name carries a dignified, spiritual quality that has kept it in consistent use.
Therese
“Huntress, harvester”
Therese is the French form of Teresa, a name of disputed but ancient origin. The most widely accepted theory links it to the Greek 'therizein', meaning to harvest or to reap, giving the name the sense of harvester. An older theory connects it to a pre-Greek place name, Therasia. In French culture, the name is profoundly associated with Saint Therese of Lisieux, known as the Little Flower, who became one of France's patron saints and one of the most beloved Catholic figures of modern times.
Therese-Marie
“Harvester beloved of God”
Therese-Marie is a French double name combining Therese, from the Greek 'Therasia' meaning harvester or one who harvests, and Marie, the French form of Mary, which derives from the Hebrew Miriam. Marie may mean beloved, bitter, or exalted sea. Together the double name carries deep Marian and Carmelite devotion, evoking both the harvest symbolism of Therese and the sacred femininity of Mary.
Thomasin
“Little twin”
Thomasin is a traditional English feminine form of Thomas that was most common in the medieval and early modern periods, and has experienced a modest revival as a vintage and literary-sounding name. It has a strong Hardyesque quality, having been used by Thomas Hardy for a central character in his novel 'The Return of the Native'. The name has an endearing, slightly old-fashioned charm that sets it apart from more common modern names.
Thomasina
“Little twin”
Thomasina is the Scottish feminine form of Thomas, which traces back through Latin and Greek to the Aramaic 'Toma', meaning twin. The practice of giving daughters a feminised form of their father's name was common in Scotland and other parts of Britain, and Thomasina was one of the standard formations used for daughters of men named Thomas. The name gained literary prominence through Paul Gallico's 1957 novel Thomasina: The Cat Who Thought She Was God, set in the Scottish Highlands, and through Tom Stoppard's 1993 play Arcadia, whose precocious heroine Thomasina Coverly is one of the most celebrated characters in modern British theatre.
Thomasine
“Twin”
Thomasine is a French and English feminine form of Thomas, derived from the Aramaic 'Toma' meaning twin. The name entered Christian tradition through the apostle Thomas, called Didymus (the Greek word for twin), and the feminine form Thomasine has been used in France and England as an elegant, literary elaboration of the apostle's name.
Thora
“Thunder goddess”
Thora derives from the Old Norse name Þóra, a feminine form of Þórr (Thor), the mighty god of thunder, storms, and protection. The name carries the elemental power of thunder itself, connecting the bearer to the strength and majesty of the Norse pantheon. Historically, it was a name given to girls who were seen as strong-willed and formidable, blessed by the thunder god's protective spirit.
Thorbjorg
“Thor”
Thorbjorg combines the theophoric element 'Thor-' with 'bjorg,' an Old Norse word meaning help, salvation, or deliverance, related to the verb 'bjarga' (to save or rescue). The name thus presents its bearer as one protected and saved by the thunder god Thor. In the Viking age, Thor was the champion of ordinary people, and his name in a woman's name offered the highest divine protection.
Thordis
“Thor's goddess”
Thordis is a compound Old Norse name combining 'Thor', the god of thunder, storms, and strength, with 'dis', meaning a female divine spirit or goddess. The 'disir' were supernatural female beings in Norse mythology who watched over families and brought luck or protection. A Thordis was therefore a woman who carried the blessing or protective spirit of Thor himself. The name was genuinely common throughout Viking-age Scandinavia, appearing in Norse sagas and medieval Icelandic records. It represents the intersection of Norse theism and the important role of female divine figures in pre-Christian Scandinavian belief, where the disir were honoured in seasonal rituals called 'disablot'.
Thorgerd
“Thor”
Thorgerd combines the theophoric 'Thor-' with 'gerd,' an Old Norse word for enclosure, protected space, or garden, related to the concept of guarded land. The name suggests a woman whose space and person are under Thor's divine protection, a powerful guardian figure herself. Thorgerd was also the name of a powerful protective goddess or spirit, deepening the name's mythological resonance.
Thorgunnr
“Thor”
Thorgunnr pairs the theophoric 'Thor-' with 'gunnr,' one of the Old Norse words for battle or war and a common element in valkyrie names. A woman named Thorgunnr was thus a 'battle of Thor', a warrior woman under the thunder god's fierce protection, with the valkyrie associations of the -gunnr element adding supernatural power. This combination made Thorgunnr one of the most assertively martial of Norse women's names.
Thorhalla
“Thor”
Thorhalla pairs the thunder god Thor with 'halla,' which in Old Norse could mean a large flat rock, a ledge, or a hall, a great roofed gathering place. The hall was the center of Norse social life, the place of feasting, oath-taking, and communal bonds. A 'hall of Thor' was thus a space of divine protection and social harmony, and a woman named Thorhalla carried these associations of hospitality, strength, and sacred shelter.
Thorhild
“Thor”
Thorhild unites the thunder god Thor with 'hild,' one of the most iconic Old Norse words for battle and a name borne by a valkyrie in Norse mythology. Women's names ending in -hild were frequently associated with the valkyrie tradition, supernatural female warriors who chose the battle-slain for Valhalla. Thorhild thus represents the pinnacle of Norse feminine warrior naming: divine power and battlefield ferocity combined.
Thorkatla
“Thor”
Thorkatla pairs Thor with 'katla,' the Old Norse word for a cauldron or large cooking kettle. In Norse culture the cauldron was both a domestic symbol of hearth and nourishment and a volcanic metaphor, the subglacial volcano Katla in Iceland takes its name from this word. Thorkatla thus evokes a woman of both domestic power and volcanic force, sheltered by the thunder god.
Thorny
“Thor's new strength”
Thorny is derived from the Old Norse name Thorny or Thornyr, combining Thor with 'ny' meaning new or waxing, evoking the image of fresh divine power much as the new moon signals a cycle of renewed energy.
Thorunn
“Thor's beloved”
Thorunn unites the thunder god Thor with 'unnr' or 'unna', Old Norse words meaning to love or to be beloved, creating a name that identifies its bearer as one held dear under the protection of the mightiest of the Norse gods.
Thrudr
“strength, power”
Thrudr comes directly from the Old Norse noun 'thrudr' meaning strength, power, or might, and is the name of a valkyrie and daughter of Thor in Norse mythology, embodying the idea of divine feminine power in its most direct form.
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