Theodoros Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtheh-OR-dohs / θeˈɔðorosGreek
Meaning
Greek: gift of God
Historical & Cultural Background
Theodoros is a traditional Greek name derived from the elements 'theos' meaning 'God' and 'doron' meaning 'gift'. It has been used since ancient times and is often associated with various saints in the Christian tradition. The name has variations in many languages and cultures, reflecting its widespread use across Europe.
Trend Summary
The name Theodoros has seen consistent use in Greece but is less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Theodor
- Teodor
- Todor
International Variants
- Teodoro (Italian)
- Theodor (German)
- Teodora (Spanish)
- Teodorus (Latin)
Famous people named Theodoros
Theodoros Kolokotronis was a Greek general and leader of the Greek War of Independence.
Theodoros Pangalos served as a Greek politician and Prime Minister in the early 20th century.
Theodoros Angelopoulos was a renowned Greek filmmaker known for his contributions to cinema.
Theodoros Kallifatides is a Greek author and poet recognized for his literary works.
Fictional characters named Theodoros
Theodoros is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', serving as a supporting figure in the narrative.
Theodoros appears in the historical novel 'The Last Greek' by author John K. Papadopoulos, representing a key figure in the storyline.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Theodoros was first seen in the United States in 1967. Theodoros has ranked as high as #1331 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Theodoros has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Theodoros (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 29 |