Theophilus
Latin · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Theophilus
Theophilus derives from the Greek elements "theos" (God) and "philos" (lover of), meaning "lover of God" or "beloved by God." The name was widely used in early Christian communities, particularly in the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions, and is notably borne by Saint Theophilus and the addressee of the Gospel of Luke.
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Etymology
Theophilus derives from the Greek elements "theos" (God) and "philos" (lover of), meaning "lover of God" or "beloved by God." The name was widely used in early Christian communities, particularly in the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions, and is notably borne by Saint Theophilus and the addressee of the Gospel of Luke.
Theophilus currently ranks #2,417 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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