How Many People Are Named Thais?

Complete statistics for the name Thais: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Thais
Very Rare
Greek

Thais is a rare Greek name that means 'flaxen-haired', adding a touch of ancient elegance. Only 1,610 people named Thais live in the US today, making up just 1 in 204,999 Americans. The majority, 41%, are under 30, showing its status as a genuinely modern name.

~146
Living in US
1 in 2,270,201
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Flaxen-haired
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Elegant Graceful Sophisticated
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,610
Worldwide Bearers
#3,948
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
141
🇨🇴 Colombia
123
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
105
🇨🇱 Chile
97
🇵🇪 Peru
85
🇳🇱 Netherlands
81
🇩🇰 Denmark
61
🇫🇷 France
56
🇰🇭 Cambodia
53
🇩🇪 Germany
49

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,610 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 51
893
Would be under 30 (41%)
460
Would be 30–60 (21%)
846
Would be over 60 (38%)

All 2,199 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
92
Classic Feel
40
Modern Appeal
80
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Thais Through the Generations

Thais reached its peak popularity in 2001 with 84 births, but overall, it's remained stable over the years. Today, 893 Thais are under 30, 460 are between 30 and 60, and 846 are over 60, indicating a well-rounded age distribution. With an average age of 51, Thais is a name that bridges generations, yet still feels fresh and contemporary.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 180
California 174
Florida 78
Louisiana 70
Texas 52
Massachusetts 14
Illinois 11
New Jersey 6
Indiana 5
Nebraska 5

⭐ Famous People Named Thais

Thais, Thaïs, Thaís or Taís is a given name of Greek origin.…

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✨ Similar Names to Thais

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Thais's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Thais

How Many People Have the Name Thais?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 146 people in the United States currently share the name Thais. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,270,201 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Thais a Common or Rare Name?

Thais is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Thais Mean?

Thais means "flaxen-haired" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Thais in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Thais Most Popular?

The name Thais reached peak popularity in 2001, with 84 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Thais?

Approximately 146 people named Thais live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 146. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,270,201 Americans.

Is Thais a rare name?

Thais is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,270,201 Americans has this name.

What does the name Thais mean?

Thais means "flaxen-haired" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Thais more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Thais are male and 100% are female.

When was Thais most popular?

Thais peaked in 2001 with 84 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US146
All-Time Births146
1 in X1 in 2,270,201
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age51
Peak Year2001
World Rank#3,948
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.