Female and male first names beginning with the letter “T”..
TELMA
FemaleRare, Hebrew-derived female name that signifies devotion and loyalty, originating from the Semitic root "t-l-m.
TELMO
MaleUnique Portuguese male name derived from Tello, meaning "vibrant" or "full of life". It is often associated with strength, courage, and vitality.
TELOR
FemaleRare male name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning, making it an uncommon choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.
TELSA
FemaleTesla is a Serbian-derived given name meaning 'thunder', popularized by inventor Nikola Tesla.
TELSHA
FemaleUncommon unisex name of unknown origin and meaning, first appearing in the US in 1978 and gaining popularity due to its unique sound and appearance.
TELVIN
MaleHebrew name derived from "tal," meaning "morning dew," symbolizing freshness and renewal.
TELVIS
MaleUnique male name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, whose meaning, possibly derived from "telu" meaning respect or honor, is not explicitly clear but has historic significance as borne by notable Nigerian politician Telvis Odiwuor.
TEMA
FemaleTema, derived from Ghanaian Akan culture, means 'Tuesday' and signifies resilience and adaptability.
TEMAH
FemaleThe name Temah originates from Hebrew and has biblical roots. Its meaning translates to 'desirable' or 'unfruitful'. Though unisex, it's more commonly used for females. In the Bible, Temah is listed as one of King David's wives and the mother of their son, Sheva.
TEMAKA
FemaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'to meet or encounter', reflecting cultural significance and potential life events at birth.
TEMAN
MaleHebrew name meaning "friend" or "companion", deriving from the root verb "hevel" which means "to unite" or "be connected". It is associated with reliability and steadfastness in the Bible and was the nickname of Esau, Jacob's twin brother.
TEMANI
FemaleSwahili unisex name meaning 'speech' or 'language', signifying communication and connection.
TEMANI
MaleAfrican name of Swahili origin meaning 'fourth born child', celebrating family growth and unity.
TEMAR
MaleCaptivating African name meaning 'darling' or 'beloved' in Swahili.
TEMARA
FemaleCaptivating female name of African origin, derived from the Songhai word 'temaha', meaning 'one who brings joy'.
TEMARCUS
MaleUnique African American name with uncertain origins but believed to be derived from combinations like Temar, Marcellous, or Marcellus. Its meaning remains ambiguous, though some associate it with the Latin word "temerarius," suggesting boldness or recklessness.
TEMARI
FemaleRare yet distinctive Japanese given name derived from "temari", meaning "to play with one's hands". Traditionally used for both boys and girls, it has gained popularity as a girl's name in recent years.
TEMARI
MaleJapanese name derived from "temari," meaning "handball" or "thread ball," signifying creativity, resilience, and joy.
TEMARIA
FemaleCaptivating Spanish origin name, derived from 'témpera' meaning 'temperature' or 'mood', symbolizing warmth and balance.
TEMARION
MaleDistinctive, unisex name of Yoruba origin, meaning "my heart has been filled.
TEMBER
FemaleDistinct and rare first name with uncertain origins, possibly inspired by Latin 'tempora' but not widely accepted.
TEMECA
FemaleCaptivating name of African origin meaning 'I have found favor' or 'I am favored.'
TEMECIA
FemaleTemesia is a rare Latin-derived female given name meaning "to cut" or "to trim", associated with the temesia lichen fungus, and has no significant historical figures attached to it.
TEMECKA
FemaleTemeka is a distinctive African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning "I have found what I was looking for," often associated with strength and resilience.
TEMEEKA
FemaleAfrican origin name derived from Swahili "temeke," meaning "to laugh.
TEMEIKA
FemaleAfrican female given name derived from Swahili 'temei', meaning 'respect'. It emphasizes respect for self and others, reflecting strong traditional values.
TEMEKA
FemaleAfrican Yoruba name meaning "I have met God's face," symbolizing hope and divine intervention.
TEMEKA
MaleAfrican name of Swahili origin, meaning 'hardworking'.
TEMEKIA
FemaleAfrican-origin given name derived from the Ashanti people of Ghana, meaning "the child has come," celebrating the birth of a child.
TEMEKO
FemaleRare Japanese given name derived from "teme," meaning "bamboo grove." It symbolizes strength, flexibility, and resilience, and is associated with nature and tranquility.
TEMERA
FemaleAncient female name derived from the Phoenician Tamar, meaning "date palm tree," symbolizing strength and resilience.
TEMESA
FemaleAfrican-derived Igbo name meaning "I am thankful.
TEMESGEN
MaleUncommon male given name of Ethiopian origin, derived from the Amharic words "Temes" (East) and "Gen" (left), translating to "left east." Historically significant, it was associated with notable figures in Emperor Yekuno Amlak's court during Ethiopia's Solomonic Dynasty.
TEMESHA
FemaleCaptivating unisex name of Yoruba origin, meaning "beauty," "grace" or "born at dawn." It has gained international recognition while retaining its African roots and unique phonetic similarity to other names.
TEMESHIA
FemaleCaptivating African name from the Yoruba tribe, meaning 'I have found peace'.
TEMETRIA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating African name derived from Igbo culture, signifying the fifth child in a lineage. Though devoid of specific symbolic significance outside its numerical origins, the powerful pronunciation of Temetria often associates it with strength and resilience.
TEMETRIUS
FemaleUncommon but historically significant African name, originally used by pharaohs like Thutmose III. Meaning "born of Thoth" (god of wisdom) plus Latin "-ius," its use has spanned centuries from ancient Egypt to modern times, including Saint Temetrius in the 3rd century AD.
TEMI
FemaleUnisex name of West African origin, often associated with the Yoruba god of thunder Shango and interpreted as "I have seen" or "Come and see.
TEMIA
FemaleCaptivating Hebrew name meaning "life" or "living", symbolizing strength, resilience, and vitality.
TEMICA
FemaleDistinctive African name of Yoruba origin meaning "I am like God" or "God has made me".