Theda - name meaning and origin

The girl's name Theda \th(e)-da\ is of Old German origin, and its meaning is "people". From "theod". Also possibly short form of Theodosia. Exotic silent film star Theda Bara.

Theda has 3 variant forms: Theida, Thida and Theta.

For more information, see also the related name Theodora.

Baby names that sound like Theda are Thada, Thadda, Tadda, Tada and Teeta.

Theda is a popular female first name and is not used as a surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Theda. Compare Theda with related baby names.