Holding steady.
Popularity of Thy since 1979
Babies named Thy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 106 |
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 100 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Thy is an uncommon given name in the United States, first recorded in 1979. It peaked in usage in 1991 but has remained extremely rare, with no data available for its current rank or 1-in-N prevalence. The name's trajectory has been stable over the decades, reflecting its persistent but niche appeal. Its origins are uncertain; it may derive from the archaic English pronoun 'thy' or serve as a nickname for names like Thyra. The name has not been recorded in any top states, underscoring its rarity. Despite its lack of widespread use, Thy offers a minimalist, one-syllable option that stands out for its simplicity and uniqueness.
Thy is a rare given name in the United States, likely derived from the archaic English possessive pronoun 'thy' (meaning 'your'). It may also be a diminutive or variant of names such as Thyra, a Scandinavian name meaning 'Thor's warrior', or Thyatira, a biblical place name. The name appeared sporadically in U.S. records starting in 1979, with a peak in 1991, but remains extremely uncommon.
Sibling names for Thy
Names that share Thy's style, for a brother or sister.
