Holding steady.
Popularity of Thetis since 1914
Babies named Thetis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 47 |
| 1920s | 72 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Thetis is a rare mythological name, first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1914. Despite its ancient roots, it has never achieved widespread popularity; its peak year of usage was also 1914, with no subsequent rank data. The name's trajectory shows a stable but extremely low level of use over the past century. Thetis is almost exclusively given to girls. While it has not been recorded in any top states, its association with Greek mythology gives it a classic, scholarly appeal for parents seeking a distinctive name with historical depth.
Thetis is a figure from Greek mythology, a sea nymph and mother of Achilles. The name's etymology is debated; it may derive from the ancient Greek verb 'tithemi' (to set, place) or have pre-Greek origins. The name has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century, likely inspired by mythological references.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Thethis
Sibling names for Thetis
Names that share Thetis's style, for a brother or sister.
