Thelma Sudduth
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Thelma Sudduth 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 Sudduth: Andrew Sudduth (1961–2006), American rower Jill Sudduth (born 1971), American synchronised swimmer Jimmy Lee Sudduth (1910–2007), American outsider artist and blues musician Mikky Ekko (born 1984), stage name of American musician John Stephen Sudduth Kohl Sudduth (born 1974), American actor Margaret Ashmore Sudduth (1859–1957), American educator, editor, and temperance advocate Skipp Sudduth (born 1956), American actor Solon B. 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: Sudduth
English
Andrew Sudduth (1961–2006), American rower Jill Sudduth (born 1971), American synchronised swimmer Jimmy Lee Sudduth (1910–2007), American outsider artist and blues musician Mikky Ekko (born 1984), stage name of American musician John Stephen Sudduth Kohl Sudduth (born 1974), American actor Margaret Ashmore Sudduth (1859–1957), American educator, editor, and temperance advocate Skipp Sudduth (born 1956), American actor Solon B.
Geographic Distribution
The first name Thelma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:
Popularity Over Time
Popularity of the name Thelma by decade, based on birth registration data:
Notable People Named Thelma Sudduth
- Pat Nixon (stage actor, 1912)
- Thelma Ritter (film actor, 1902)
- Thelma Schoonmaker (television actor, 1940)
- Thelma Todd (film actor, 1906)
- Thelma Coyne Long (tennis player, 1918)
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 Sudduth:
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.
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 Sudduth?
- The surname Sudduth originates from English. Andrew Sudduth (1961–2006), American rower Jill Sudduth (born 1971), American synchronised swimmer Jimmy Lee Sudduth (1910–2007), American outsider artist and blues musician Mikky Ekko (born 1984), stage name of American musician John Stephen Sudduth Kohl Sudduth (born 1974), American actor Margaret Ashmore Sudduth (1859–1957), American educator, editor, and temperance advocate Skipp Sudduth (born 1956), American actor Solon B.
- What are the origins of the name Thelma Sudduth?
- The name Thelma Sudduth combines two different traditions: the first name Thelma has Greek roots, while the surname Sudduth originates from English.