Thelma Fleischman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Thelma Fleischman — Greek
271K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Thelma Fleischman 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 Fleischman: Fleischmann (surname), including a list of people with the name Fleischmann (model railroads), a German company that produces model railroad models and equipment Fleischmann (band), was a band from Germany that pioneered (amongst others) the Neue Deutsche Härte style Fleischmanns, New York, a village located in Delaware County Fleischmann's Vodka, gin, and whiskey Fleischmann's Yeast, a brand of yeast sold to both consumer and industrial markets in the United States and Canada Fleischmann's Egg Beaters, a healthy egg substitute The Fleischmann Choir, formed in 1992, named after Aloys Fleischma. 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: Fleischman

English

Fleischmann (surname), including a list of people with the name Fleischmann (model railroads), a German company that produces model railroad models and equipment Fleischmann (band), was a band from Germany that pioneered (amongst others) the Neue Deutsche Härte style Fleischmanns, New York, a village located in Delaware County Fleischmann's Vodka, gin, and whiskey Fleischmann's Yeast, a brand of yeast sold to both consumer and industrial markets in the United States and Canada Fleischmann's Egg Beaters, a healthy egg substitute The Fleischmann Choir, formed in 1992, named after Aloys Fleischma.

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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 Fleischman

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 Fleischman:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Fleischman?
The surname Fleischman originates from English. Fleischmann (surname), including a list of people with the name Fleischmann (model railroads), a German company that produces model railroad models and equipment Fleischmann (band), was a band from Germany that pioneered (amongst others) the Neue Deutsche Härte style Fleischmanns, New York, a village located in Delaware County Fleischmann's Vodka, gin, and whiskey Fleischmann's Yeast, a brand of yeast sold to both consumer and industrial markets in the United States and Canada Fleischmann's Egg Beaters, a healthy egg substitute The Fleischmann Choir, formed in 1992, named after Aloys Fleischma.
What are the origins of the name Thelma Fleischman?
The name Thelma Fleischman combines two different traditions: the first name Thelma has Greek roots, while the surname Fleischman originates from English.
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