Theda
Pronunciation: [ th-EED-ah ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Theda first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,168 babies have been named Theda in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Theda is past its peak , currently ranked #71,626 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,626
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Spanish/Latin influenced American English origin
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About the Name Theda
Theda is a girl name .
Theda is currently ranked #71,626 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Theda include The, Thy, Thie, and Thekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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