Theodore
thee-oh-dor
US Popularity:13
Origin:Greek
Meaning:God's gift
Theodore is a masculine name of Greek origin. A moniker of presidential proportions, its translation is no less prestigious. Stemming from the Greek words Theos, meaning "god-given", and dōron, meaning "gift”, Theodore stands as "a gift from God." This divine declaration is, of course, most widely associated with Theodore Roosevelt, whose far-reaching legacy includes the 'teddy bear.' Destined to be a beacon for many affectionate nicknames—little Theo, Ted, or Teddy to name a few—will undoubtedly find easy solace in the path of pure intentions.
Famous People Named Theodore
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Theodore Hayes MacArthurSon of Ali Larter
- Theodore Norman Howard GabelSon of Bryce Dallas Harper
- Theodore RooseveltPresident, United States President
Theodore Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Theodore is currently #37 on The Bump
Boy:Theodore is currently #20 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Theodore is currently #13 in U.S. births
Boy:Theodore is currently #7 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#7
in 2023
+ 3
from 2022
Sources
Ancestry, Theodore Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, Theodore, August 2023
SurnameDB, Last name: Theodore
WordSense, Theodore
Britannica, Theodore Roosevelt, president of the United States, September 2023
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