Theartis
A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning, potentially from Greek origins.
Name Census estimates that about 16 living Americans carry the first name Theartis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Theartis today is around 68 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Theartis births was 1947 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Theartis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Theartis is about 68 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Theartis' were born before 1968.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Theartis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
16
~ 1 in 21,422,146 Americans
Peak year
1947
10 babies that year
Average age
68
years old
1969 SSA rank
#4,365
Tracked since 1947
Popularity
Theartis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Theartis from the 1940s through to the 1960s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 10 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1940s peak, Theartis remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Theartis by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Theartis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Theartis' live
Origin
Meaning and history of Theartis
The given name Theartis has its origins rooted in ancient Greek mythology and culture. It is derived from the Greek words "theos," meaning "god," and "artios," which translates to "perfect" or "complete." This combination suggests that the name carries a meaning of divine perfection or godly completeness.
In the realm of Greek mythology, Theartis was the name of a minor goddess associated with the arts, crafts, and creative pursuits. She was often depicted alongside the Muses, the nine goddesses who presided over various branches of arts and sciences. While not as widely revered as the Olympian deities, Theartis held a significant place in the pantheon as a patron of artisans and craftsmen.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Theartis can be traced back to ancient Greek inscriptions and texts dating back to the 5th century BCE. One notable mention is found in the writings of the Greek philosopher Plato, who referred to a skilled sculptor by the name of Theartis in his work "The Republic."
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Theartis. In the 3rd century CE, there was Theartis of Ephesus, a renowned painter whose works were celebrated for their vivid colors and intricate details. During the Byzantine era, Theartis Doukas (1059-1103) was a respected scholar and theologian who authored several influential treatises on theology and philosophy.
In the Renaissance period, Theartis Veneziano (1480-1556) was an Italian architect and engineer who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings in Venice, including the Palazzo Ducale. Another Renaissance figure, Theartis Fiorentino (1501-1572), was a skilled sculptor and goldsmith who worked for prominent patrons such as the Medici family.
Fast forward to the 19th century, Theartis Belmont (1810-1887) was a French painter known for her exquisite portraits and landscapes. She exhibited her works at the renowned Paris Salon and received critical acclaim for her mastery of color and composition.
While the name Theartis may not be as commonly used today as it once was, its rich historical legacy serves as a testament to its association with creativity, artistry, and the pursuit of perfection in various fields of human endeavor.
People
Theartis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Theartis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Theartis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Theartis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 16 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Theartis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 21,422,146 US residents.
Is Theartis a common name?
We classify Theartis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 36.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 22 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Theartis most popular?
The single biggest year for Theartis was 1947, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Theartis is about 68 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Theartis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Theartis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Theartis in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Theartis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Theartis in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Theartis can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Theartis?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.