Thecla
girl nameThecla entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #1276 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
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rank today
#1276
peak (1888)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1276 |
| 1890s | #1398 |
| 1900s | #1897 |
| 1910s | #2427 |
| 1920s | #3792 |
| 1930s | #3866 |
| 1940s | #5243 |
| 1950s | #5588 |
| 1960s | #5860 |
| 1980s | #10912 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thecla are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thecla alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thecla in 2025?
- Thecla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Thecla most popular?
- Thecla peaked in 1888, reaching #1276 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Thecla with classmates?
- Thecla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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