Find out how popular the first name Thalita has been for the last 5 years (from 2002 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Thalita by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Thalita is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Thalita.

The history of the first name Thalita

The name Thalita originated from the Aramaic language, which was spoken in ancient times in regions like Syria, Mesopotamia, and parts of the Levant. It is a feminine form derived from the Aramaic word "tali," meaning "young girl" or "little lamb." The name likely came into use during the early centuries of the common era, as Aramaic was widely spoken in the region where Christianity emerged.

In the New Testament of the Bible, the name Thalita appears in the Gospel of Mark (5:41), where Jesus uses the Aramaic phrase "Talitha koum" to revive a young girl from the dead. This biblical reference is believed to be one of the earliest recordings of the name Thalita and contributed to its popularity among early Christian communities.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Thalita. One of the earliest recorded examples is Thalita of Cilicia (c. 230 AD), a Christian martyr who was executed during the Roman persecutions of the 3rd century. Another early figure was Thalita of Antioch (c. 275 AD), a Christian virgin and martyr who was tortured and killed for her faith.

In the Middle Ages, Thalita de Verona (1216-1286) was an Italian mystic and member of the Third Order of St. Francis. She is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church. During the Renaissance period, Thalita Filomarino (1510-1588) was an Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her support of poets and artists in Naples.

In more recent times, Thalita de Jong (1938-2016) was a Dutch author and journalist who wrote extensively about human rights and social justice issues. She received numerous awards for her work, including the prestigious Constantijn Huygens Prize in 1996.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Thalita, which has origins in the ancient Aramaic language and a connection to early Christian texts.

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