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GirlPronounced English /ˈtæl.ɪ.θə/; English /tə.ˈli.θə/Dutch language family

Talitha

A name meaning "little girl".

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Talitha is a girl name meaning "little girl".

Pronunciation: English /ˈtæl.ɪ.θə/; English /tə.ˈli.θə/.

GenderGirl
Meaninglittle girl
PronunciationEnglish /ˈtæl.ɪ.θə/; English /tə.ˈli.θə/
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

The name means "little girl" in Aramaic. The name is taken from the phrase talitha cumi meaning "little girl arise" spoken by Jesus in order to restore a young girl to life (see Mark 5:41 ).

Notes and context

Usage: biblical

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