Thaddeaus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHAD-ee-us / ˈθæd.i.əsGreek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: courageous; Hebrew: heart
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Thaddeaus is derived from the Greek name Thaddaios, which is believed to mean 'courageous' or 'brave'. In the New Testament, Thaddeus is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, often associated with the Hebrew name Judah. The name has been used in various cultures and has variations in different languages. It has a historical presence in Christian texts and has been adopted in various forms across Europe.
Trend Summary
Thaddeaus has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Thaddeus
International Variants
- Thaddaeus (Latin)
- Tadeusz (Polish)
- Tadeo (Spanish)
- Thaddai (Aramaic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thaddeaus was first seen in the United States in 1918. Thaddeaus has ranked as high as #1237 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Thaddeaus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thaddeaus
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |