How to Pronounce Thelma
Thelma / THEHⱢMUH /
The name Thelma is a Unisex name of English origin meaning "Will; wish". It is pronounced THEHⱢMUH.
English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Thelma is a English name meaning "Will; wish". Given the female origin of Thelma, it's generally attributed to the Greek word 'thelma' (θέλημα) meaning 'will' or 'volition' and its creation by the author Marie Corelli in her 1887 novel. In the context of the male gender constraint, it may not be possible to definitively connect to a direct etymological root.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic THEHⱢMUH
IPA ˈθɛɫmə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as THEHⱢMUH. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Thelma
- · None (due to rarity of male Thelmas)
Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Thelma?
- Thelma is pronounced THEHⱢMUH.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Thelma?
- The correct pronunciation of Thelma is THEHⱢMUH (IPA: ˈθɛɫmə).
- Is Thelma a English name?
- Yes, Thelma is a English name meaning "Will; wish".
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