What Does the Name Thekla Mean
The name Thekla comes from German roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Thekla below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Thekla Name Meaning
German (Rare), Greek (Rare), Late GreekFrom the ancient Greek name Θεοκλεια (Theokleia), which meant "glory of God" from the Greek elements θεος (theos) meaning "god" and κλεος (kleos) meaning "glory". This was the...
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