Thalia

Thalia is a female Greek name that derives from the main name Efthalia.

Although today it is considered a diminutive, in ancient Greece Thalia was a standalone ancient Greek name. Thalia was attributed to many Greek women, including one of the nine Muses.

Name Thalia comes from the verb thalleo or thallo, meaning to sprout abundant, to thrive.

Sound of name Thalia: Thá-leeah

Male Version of name Thalia: N/A

Nameday of Thalia: March 2nd

Origin of name Thalia – Agia Efthalia (St Efthalia)

Name Thalia derives, as mentioned, from name Efthalia, therefore the nameday of Thalia is officially on March 2nd. You can read the pertinent information at the post for name Efthalia.

Thalia in Greek Mythology

The name Thalia is also associated with one of the Nine Muses of the antiquity, the Muse Thalia. In Greek mythology, Thalia was one of the nine Muses, the daughter of Zeus and Mnemosyne. She was the protector deity of anthropomorphic cheer. She was always depicted  either invisible at the feasts, as inspiration for happy songs or as a deity of “good mood”. When the fun was beginning, Thalia would leave the noisy feast, making sure that the attendants would have a good time.

Thalia also had under her protection the bucolic poetry, which is today’s folk songs, and comedy. For this reason, she was also depicted with an ivy wreath crown, holding in her right hand the mask of  theater and in the left arm a rod, with light clothing and sometimes with a shirt made of animal hair.

Nicknames deriving from name Thalia

Thalia does not have any nicknames, being a diminutive of name Efthalia itself.

The Names’ Fairy reveals the meaning of name Thalia

Thalia is an intelligent woman, with an inclination towards the Arts. However, she might decide to get married early in her life and have a family rather than a career.