Strength of the name Theodore
The name Theodore has been used throughout history, and given to boys who often grow into strong and notable men.
While the name Theodore may be a strange name for a child, there are other variations for adolescents and for general shortening of the name, such as Theo or even Teddy.
Meaning of the Name
The popularity of Theodore as a name goes back far, but didn’t become common in the world until the turn of the 19th century. The meaning on the name Theodore is derivative of the Latin name Theodorus, which is derivative of two Greek words; “theos”, which means ‘God’, and “dōron”, which means ‘a gift’ – thus the meaning of Theodore “god’s gift” in its derivative language.
Famous People with the Nam Theodore
Theodore Roosevelt, his son Theodore Roosevelt Jr., and Saint Theodore of Amasea are just three examples of Theodores in history who have proven themselves to be important enough to be remembered.
Popularity
The popularity of Theodore as a name dwindled in the 20th century, but it seems the name is making a come back in recent years and was even the 37th most popular name in England in 2017.
Theo was the 23rd most popular boys’ name in England in 2017.
Useful Resources
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