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Origin: Greek

Meaning: Glory of God

Stemming from the Ancient Greek name Theókleia, Tekla is a feminine name that can pay homage to baby’s Greek roots. Meaning “glory of God,” it may remind baby how magnificent and honorable they are. Thecla is just one of the variations of the name that was made famous by Saint Thecla of the early Christian Church, who has been praised for empowering women. The culture she created lived on through many women who continued her legacy and began naming their children after her. With a name like Tekla, your little one is sure to live up to their name and be just as strong and influential.