Thelma Ebersole

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Thelma Ebersole — Greek
271K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Thelma Ebersole 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 Ebersole: Brian Ebersole (born 1980), American mixed martial artist Christine Ebersole (born 1953), American actress and singer Frank Ebersole (1919-2009), American philosopher Hal Ebersole (1899–1984), American football player John Ebersole (American football) (born 1948), American football player John H. Ebersole (1925–1993) American pioneer in submarine medicine and radiation oncology John Ebersole (educator) (1944–2016), American educator, author and columnist Lucinda Ebersole, critic, editor and fiction writer Mark C. Ebersole, American academic P. 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: Ebersole

English

Brian Ebersole (born 1980), American mixed martial artist Christine Ebersole (born 1953), American actress and singer Frank Ebersole (1919-2009), American philosopher Hal Ebersole (1899–1984), American football player John Ebersole (American football) (born 1948), American football player John H. Ebersole (1925–1993) American pioneer in submarine medicine and radiation oncology John Ebersole (educator) (1944–2016), American educator, author and columnist Lucinda Ebersole, critic, editor and fiction writer Mark C. Ebersole, American academic P.

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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 Ebersole

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 Ebersole:

5
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Ebersole?
The surname Ebersole originates from English. Brian Ebersole (born 1980), American mixed martial artist Christine Ebersole (born 1953), American actress and singer Frank Ebersole (1919-2009), American philosopher Hal Ebersole (1899–1984), American football player John Ebersole (American football) (born 1948), American football player John H. Ebersole (1925–1993) American pioneer in submarine medicine and radiation oncology John Ebersole (educator) (1944–2016), American educator, author and columnist Lucinda Ebersole, critic, editor and fiction writer Mark C. Ebersole, American academic P.
What are the origins of the name Thelma Ebersole?
The name Thelma Ebersole combines two different traditions: the first name Thelma has Greek roots, while the surname Ebersole originates from English.
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