Tadej

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Pronounced TAH-day /ˈtɑː.deɪ/Medium

Meaning: The Slovene form of Thaddeus, an apostle's name of debated meaning — often given as 'courageous heart' or 'gift of God.' Familiar from cyclist Tadej Pogacar.Low

In 30 seconds: The Slovene form of Thaddeus: Tadej means 'courageous heart' or 'gift of God' (said 'TAH-day'). Crisp and rare.

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Origin MediumSlovene, Aramaic

MeaningThe Slovene form of Thaddeus, an apostle's name of debated meaning — often given as 'courageous heart' or 'gift of God.' Familiar from cyclist Tadej Pogacar.

History & Origin

Tadej is the Slovene form of Thaddeus, one of the twelve apostles; its meaning is debated, often given as 'courageous heart' or 'gift of God,' which we note. Known from cyclist Tadej Pogacar, it reads crisp and distinctly Slovene — rare in the U.S. (said 'TAH-day').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., more familiar in Slovenia. Rare, crisp, and classic.

Did you know? Tadej is the Slovene form of Thaddeus, an apostle's name of debated meaning — often 'courageous heart' or 'gift of God' — familiar from cyclist Tadej Pogacar (said 'TAH-day').

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References — Tadej — Slovene form of Thaddeus; meaning debated

Variations

ThaddeusTadeoTadija

Nicknames

TadDej

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tadej mean?

Tadej is the Slovene form of Thaddeus, an apostle's name of debated meaning, often 'courageous heart' or 'gift of God,' which we note.

How do you pronounce Tadej?

It's said TAH-day /ˈtɑː.deɪ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Tadej a boy or girl name?

Tadej is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Tadej?

Tadej is a rare name in the U.S.