girl name · Greek origin
Thea
/ THEE-ah /
Meaning
Thea means Goddess (Greek).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
THEE-ah
Popularity
#353 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Thea in the US, 1880–2025
Thea first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2018, when 1,209 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 867.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Thea mean?
Thea means “goddess” in Greek and is also a short form of Dorothea.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thea mean?
Thea means Goddess. Thea means “goddess” in Greek and is also a short form of Dorothea.
What is the origin of the name Thea?
Thea is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Thea?
Thea is pronounced “THEE-ah.”
Is Thea a boy or a girl name?
Thea is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Thea?
In 2025, Thea ranked #353 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Thea most popular?
Thea was most popular in 2018, when about 1,209 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.