What does the name Theodore mean?

The name Theodore means "Divine gift".

What is the origin of the name Theodore?

Theodore is a name of Greek origin.

In 2023, 12,011 babies were named Theodore in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Theodore is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 12,011 ↗

All-Time Total: 292,795

Peak Year: 2024

Theodore is a Greek name meaning "gift of God." It is derived from the Greek words "theos" (God) and "dōron" (gift).

Theodore Roosevelt - 26th US President, conservationist, Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Theodore Geisel (Dr. Seuss) - Children's book author and illustrator.
Theodore Maiman - Physicist, invented the first laser.
Theodore Dreiser - Author, known for "An American Tragedy."
Theodore Long - Professional wrestling manager and referee.
Theodore Sturgeon - Science fiction author, "More Than Human."
Theodore Judah - Engineer, chief architect of the Transcontinental Railroad.
Theodore Hesburgh - Priest, civil rights advocate, former Notre Dame president.
Theodore Beale (Vox Day) - Author, blogger, and video game designer.
Theodore Sorensen - Lawyer, speechwriter for President John F. Kennedy.

Boy names closely related to Theodore

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Girl names closely related to Theodore

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Names with similar meaning to Theodore

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