Theodore
gift of God
- Origin
- Greek
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- Boy
- Country
- United States
- Pronunciation
- THEE-uh-dor
- Popularity
- rising
Common nicknames
TheoTeddyTed
About the name Theodore
Theodore is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "gift of God". It is most commonly used in Christian families and is especially popular in United States.
Theodore has been one of the fastest-rising boy names of the 2020s, moving from outside the top 100 in 2010 to inside the US top 15. Parents are drawn to the two viable nicknames — Theo (contemporary and international) and Teddy (soft and childlike) — and to its old-soul feel that avoids being stuffy.
Popularity trend: Theodore has been gaining ground with parents in recent years.
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Frequently asked about Theodore
- What does the name Theodore mean?
- Theodore means "gift of God". It's a boy name of Greek origin, most commonly used in Christian families and popular in United States.
- Where does the name Theodore come from?
- Theodore originates from Greek. On Babbloom it's classified in the Christian naming tradition.
- Is Theodore a boy or girl name?
- Theodore is a boy name.