The name Thalassa is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "the sea". Thalassa and is often added to lists like Badass Princess Names and discussed in our forums with posts like "Quick Question Thread?!".
From the experts:
A pretty, rarely used Greek name, Thalassa is the ancient personification of the sea, particularly the Mediterranean, who is sometimes considered the mother of Aphrodite.
In 1991, a newly discovered moon of Neptune was dubbed Thalassa.
This name would make a highly original, yet accessible and delicate choice.
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Comments
Mhill46 Says:
Haids1987 Says:
Wow, this is really pretty. I usually follow Greek mythology, but I have never heard this name before.
amytree Says:
It is pronounced "Tha-lass-uh". It is the root word for Thalassemia, an unfortunate genetic blood disorder.
yvonne_virginia Says:
I am starting to like this name a lot.
Zelliew Says:
I'm not keen on the sound of this name. I can see a child with this name having to constantly pronounce it out for everyone
Alicia1 Says:
Agreed!
Alicia1 Says:
Thanks!
The_Supernatural_Hufflepuff Says:
Thank You :)
Zoey_Artemisia Says:
I like this name :)
Zoey_Artemisia Says:
@AprilRobin @Alicia1 I pronounce it as Thal- ass- uh (short vowel 'a' in Thal and ass)
Alicia1 Says:
I like the look of this name, how is it pronounced?
The_Supernatural_Hufflepuff Says:
How is this name pronounced?
AprilRobin Says:
How do you pronounce it?
sorciereblanche Says:
Reminds me of Thalassa charms from Kingdom Hearts!
madmaddie Says:
This name actually isn't that crazy, compared to Renesmee and North West...
lesliemarion Says:
I love its appearance more than its sound.
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I love this! Definitely would consider using it