Quick answerTheodore is a male given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Theodoros, meaning 'gift of God'. In the United States, it ranked number 4 for baby boys in 2024, according to the Social Security Administration. It is given to boys in the United States. Related forms include Theo and Teddy.
Key facts
| Meaning | From the Greek Theodoros, meaning 'gift of God'. |
|---|---|
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Male (boys) |
| Popularity (US) | #4 for baby boys in 2024 (U.S. Social Security Administration) |
| Variants | Theo, Teddy |
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Sources & last updated
- U.S. Social Security Administration — most popular baby names for 2024
- Behind the Name — meaning and origin
Popularity ranks are U.S. Social Security Administration figures for 2024; meanings and origins follow Behind the Name. See the names index for the full source notes.