Thea
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Goddess, divine, gift of God
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #353 in 2025 with 867 babies born.
History: From the Greek 'thea' meaning goddess, or a short form of Theodora (gift of God). In Greek mythology, Thea was a Titan goddess of light. It has become very popular in Scandinavia and is gaining US traction.
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Thea? About 1 in 3,839 babies born in 2025 were named Thea, or roughly 2.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Thea
What does the name Thea mean?
Thea means “Goddess, divine, gift of God” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Thea?
Thea has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Goddess, divine, gift of God”.
How popular is Thea?
Thea ranked #353 in 2025 — given to 867 babies that year.
When was Thea most popular?
Thea peaked in 2018 with 1,208 babies registered that year.
Is Thea a boy or girl name?
Thea is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Theas in registered births are female.
Is the name Thea rising or falling in popularity?
Thea has fallen 49 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #304 in 2020 to #353 in 2025.
How long has Thea been recorded?
Thea appears in birth records across 144 years — from 1880 through 2025.