Thecla
Pronunciation: [ th-EHKL-ah ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Thecla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 34 babies have been named Thecla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thecla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,107 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,107
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Thecla
Thecla is a girl name .
Thecla is currently ranked #71,107 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Thecla include The, Thec, Thecy, Thecie, Thy, Thie, and Thekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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