Thaddeus

Boy's name

Thaddeus is of Aramaic origin, derived from the name Thaddai. It means "heart" or "courageous."

Meaning Heart
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 284 Falling
Peak year 2016

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Notable Namesakes

  • Thaddeus Stevens - American politician, leader in abolitionist movement.
  • Thaddeus Young - NBA player known for defensive skills.
  • Thaddeus McCotter - Former U.S. Representative from Michigan.
  • Thaddeus Cahill - Inventor of the Telharmonium, an early electronic instrument.
  • Thaddeus Kosciuszko - Polish military leader, fought in American Revolution.
  • Thaddeus S. C. Lowe - American Civil War aeronautics pioneer.
  • Thaddeus J. Kowalski - Polish-American sculptor known for public art.
  • Thaddeus B. Wakeman - American Civil War Union Army officer.
  • Thaddeus M. Fowler - American architect known for railway stations.
  • Thaddeus R. Beal - American banker, philanthropist, and civic leader.

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