Tekla

Greek

"fame of God"

Tekla Origin and Meaning

The name Tekla is a girl's name.

Tekla is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'Thekla,' which comes from 'theocleia' meaning 'glory of God.' It gained prominence through Saint Thecla, a follower of Saint Paul in early Christian tradition and one of the earliest female saints. The Tekla spelling variation is particularly common in Poland, Sweden, Finland, and other Northern and Eastern European countries. While never extremely common in English-speaking countries, the name maintains steady usage in its regions of origin. Tekla carries a sense of ancient dignity and religious significance while offering a distinctive sound. The name appeals to parents seeking something with historical depth, cross-cultural presence, and a slightly exotic quality that remains relatively straightforward to pronounce.

Famous People Named Tekla

• Tekla Bądarzewska Baranowska, Polish composer
• Tekla Teresa Łubieńska Polish playwright, poet and translator
• Tekla Justyna Krzyżanowska mother of composer Frédéric Chopin
• Tekla Chemabwai Kenyan sprinter
• Tekla Griebel Wandall, Danish composer

The name Tekla in Pop Culture

• Tekla character in the video game 'Wolfenstein: The New Order'
• Teckla Minnau handmaiden to Senator Padme Amidala in the TV series Star Wars: The Clone Wars