Thelma Dutra

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Thelma Dutra — Greek
271K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Thelma Dutra is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Thelma is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Thelma is a female given name. It was popularized by Victorian writer Marie Corelli who gave the name to the title character of her 1887 novel Thelma. Although the character was supposed to be Norwegian, it is not a traditional Scandinavian name. It may be related to a Greek word meaning "will, volition" see Thelema). Note that although consonant with another female given name, Selma, the two are not synonymous. The surname Dutra: Dutra (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈdutɾɐ]) is a Portuguese language surname. Amalia Dutra (born 1958), Uruguayan scientist Antônio Monteiro Dutra (born 1973), Brazilian football player Diana Dutra (born 1964), Canadian boxer Eurico Gaspar Dutra (1883–1974), Brazilian marshal, politician, and president Janaína Dutra (1960-2004), Brazilian lawyer and activist José Dutra dos Santos (born 1948), Brazilian football player and manager Luis Dutra Jr., Brazilian mixed martial artist Olin Dutra (1901–1983), golfer Olívio Dutra (born 1941), Brazilian politician Otávio Dutra (born 1983), Brazilian-born I. Thelma is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 271K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Thelma reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Thelma

Greek

Thelma is a female given name. It was popularized by Victorian writer Marie Corelli who gave the name to the title character of her 1887 novel Thelma. Although the character was supposed to be Norwegian, it is not a traditional Scandinavian name. It may be related to a Greek word meaning "will, volition" see Thelema). Note that although consonant with another female given name, Selma, the two are not synonymous.

Surname: Dutra

Portuguese

Dutra (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈdutɾɐ]) is a Portuguese language surname. Amalia Dutra (born 1958), Uruguayan scientist Antônio Monteiro Dutra (born 1973), Brazilian football player Diana Dutra (born 1964), Canadian boxer Eurico Gaspar Dutra (1883–1974), Brazilian marshal, politician, and president Janaína Dutra (1960-2004), Brazilian lawyer and activist José Dutra dos Santos (born 1948), Brazilian football player and manager Luis Dutra Jr., Brazilian mixed martial artist Olin Dutra (1901–1983), golfer Olívio Dutra (born 1941), Brazilian politician Otávio Dutra (born 1983), Brazilian-born I.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Thelma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Thelma by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Thelma Dutra

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Thelma Dutra:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Thelma?
The first name Thelma originates from Greek. Thelma is a female given name. It was popularized by Victorian writer Marie Corelli who gave the name to the title character of her 1887 novel Thelma. Although the character was supposed to be Norwegian, it is not a traditional Scandinavian name. It may be related to a Greek word meaning "will, volition" see Thelema). Note that although consonant with another female given name, Selma, the two are not synonymous.
When was Thelma most popular?
The name Thelma reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dutra?
The surname Dutra originates from Portuguese. Dutra (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈdutɾɐ]) is a Portuguese language surname. Amalia Dutra (born 1958), Uruguayan scientist Antônio Monteiro Dutra (born 1973), Brazilian football player Diana Dutra (born 1964), Canadian boxer Eurico Gaspar Dutra (1883–1974), Brazilian marshal, politician, and president Janaína Dutra (1960-2004), Brazilian lawyer and activist José Dutra dos Santos (born 1948), Brazilian football player and manager Luis Dutra Jr., Brazilian mixed martial artist Olin Dutra (1901–1983), golfer Olívio Dutra (born 1941), Brazilian politician Otávio Dutra (born 1983), Brazilian-born I.
What are the origins of the name Thelma Dutra?
The name Thelma Dutra combines two different traditions: the first name Thelma has Greek roots, while the surname Dutra originates from Portuguese.
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