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Telma is a feminine name of Portuguese origin. Telma is associated with a elegant aesthetic.

Last reviewed · 2026-05-21

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What does Telma mean?

Telma means an older, unattested meaning and comes from Portuguese origin.

voking a sense of love and tenderness, Telma has a melodious sound that flows gracefully. This name, a feminine counterpart to Telmo and a form of Thelma, carries a timeless quality, reminiscent of classic literature and romantic eras.

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How does Telma sound?

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How popular is Telma?

In 2026, Telma sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart, with 145 years of historical data on record.

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About the name Telma

What does the name Telma mean?
Telma means an unattested or ambiguous historical meaning and comes from Portuguese origin.
Where does the name Telma come from?
Telma traces to a Portuguese origin and continues to appear in U.S. SSA records.
How popular is the name Telma?
Telma currently sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart in 2026.
Is Telma a boy or girl name?
Telma is most commonly used as a feminine name.

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