What Does the Name Thales Mean
The name Thales comes from Ancient Greek roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Thales below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Thales Name Meaning
Ancient GreekDerived from Greek θαλλω (thallo) meaning "to blossom". This was the name of a 6th-century BC Greek philosopher and mathematician.
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