Thais Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Thais has Greek origins and means 'to blossom' or 'to thrive'. It has evolved through various languages from Ancient Greek to Modern Greek and Latin. Thais is often associated with beauty and strength, and it does not have significant biblical relevance. The name has been used in literature and gained popularity in Hellenistic times, with a resurgence in modern contexts.
The name Thais is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Thais has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Thais' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1838th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2608th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3203rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3967th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5824th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3912th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5035th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Thais' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thais"
Pronunciation
/taɪˈiːs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Thais is derived from the Greek name 'Thais', which is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek word 'thaio', meaning 'to blossom' or 'to thrive'. It is also thought to be related to the Egyptian word for 'she who is loved'.
Meaning
blossom, to thrive
Language Evolution
Thais (Ancient Greek), Thais (Latin), Thais (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Thais gained popularity in the Hellenistic period and was used in ancient Greek literature. It has been used throughout history and has seen a resurgence in modern times, particularly in French-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Thaisis, Tais, Tay, Thalisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Thais is perceived as a unique and elegant name. It is often associated with beauty and strength, and has a contemporary appeal in various cultures.
Famous People
Thais de Lima - Brazilian actress, Thais Ferreira - Brazilian model, Thais Almeida - Brazilian artist
📊 Thais Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 84 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thais"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Thais"
"Thais" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1838th of 9107 | 366 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2608th of 9204 | 210 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3203rd of 12526 | 259 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3967th of 19264 | 248 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5824th of 27321 | 223 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3912th of 35406 | 577 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5035th of 30306 | 316 |
Regional Popularity of "Thais" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Thais" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
81.85% 1159th/1416 |
- |
59.13% 1399th/2366 |
73.47% 839th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
94.05% 2213th/2353 |
92.70% 1434th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
81.53% 2326th/2853 |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
62.82% 2188th/3483 |
- |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.04% 3000th/4475 |
- |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
38.54% 1990th/5164 |
46.78% 3421st/7313 |
41.47% 3095th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
81.84% 3672nd/4487 |
56.39% 3847th/6822 |
67.78% 4254th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Thais"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thais" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.