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Theodoros

Quick answerThe name 'Theodoros' means "gift of God," derived from the Greek elements *theos* (god) and *doron* (gift).

Greek · Boy · 3 syllables

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderBoy
US Rank#3,839
TrendRising ↑
Peak year2024
Syllables3
OriginGreek
LanguageGreek
CultureGreek, Ancient Greek
ReligionChristianity
Letters9
Numerology11 Chaldean 8
Global rank#676

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Theodoros

The name 'Theodoros' means "gift of God," derived from the Greek elements *theos* (god) and *doron* (gift).

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Etymology

The name 'Theodoros' means "gift of God," derived from the Greek elements *theos* (god) and *doron* (gift). It is used in Greek, Eastern Orthodox, and early Christian cultures, notably borne by several saints and Byzantine emperors, including Saint Theodore of Amasea.

Theodoros currently ranks #3,839 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.

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