Thalheim facts for kids

Thalheim is a name that refers to several different places, mostly towns and municipalities, in countries like Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. It's a common name, which is why there are multiple places with the same name!

What Does Thalheim Mean?

The name "Thalheim" comes from old German words. "Thal" means "valley" and "Heim" means "home" or "settlement." So, "Thalheim" generally means "valley home" or "settlement in a valley." This makes sense because many of these places are located in areas with valleys.

Places Named Thalheim

There are several towns and municipalities that share the name Thalheim. Let's explore some of them.

Thalheim in Austria

• Thalheim bei Wels is a town located in the Wels-Land district of Upper Austria. Upper Austria is one of the nine states of Austria. This town is known for its local community and history within the region.

Thalheim in Germany

• Thalheim, Saxony is a town found in the Erzgebirgskreis district, which is in the state of Saxony, Germany. Saxony is a state in the eastern part of Germany, known for its beautiful mountains and rich history.

Thalheim in Switzerland

• Thalheim, Aargau is a municipality located in the Brugg district of the Aargau canton in Switzerland. A canton is like a state in Switzerland. Aargau is in the northern part of Switzerland.
• Thalheim an der Thur is another municipality in Switzerland. It's located in the Andelfingen district, which is part of the Zürich canton. Zürich is one of the largest and most well-known cantons in Switzerland.

Similar Names

Sometimes, names sound very similar but are spelled differently or have slightly different meanings.

• Dalheim is a name that sounds similar to Thalheim but refers to different places.
• Talheim is another name that sounds very much like Thalheim and also refers to various locations.