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Theodorus

♂ Boy

Pronounced thee-oh-DOR-əs /ˌθi.oʊˈdɔr.əs/Medium

Meaning: The Latinized form of the Greek Theodoros — 'a gift of God' (theos, 'God', plus doron, 'a gift')Medium

In 30 seconds: A gift of God: Theodorus is the Latin/Greek Theodore — 'a gift of God'. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'thee-oh-DOR-əs').
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Origin MediumGreek, Latin
MeaningThe Latinized form of the Greek Theodoros — 'a gift of God' (theos, 'God', plus doron, 'a gift')
U.S. rank (2025)#13689 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 35

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420202025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Theodorus is the Latinized form of the Greek Theodoros — 'a gift of God' (theos, 'God', plus doron, 'a gift'). Borne by emperors, saints, and scholars. A lyrical, classic name (said 'thee-oh-DOR-əs'; nicknames Theo, Dorus).

In the U.S. it appears in Greek and Dutch families. Rare, a-gift-of-God at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Theodore means 'a gift of God' (Greek theos, 'God', plus doron, 'a gift') — Theodorus is its full Latin/Greek form, lyrical and classic (said 'thee-oh-DOR-əs').
Overall data confidence 68%
Behind the Name — Theodore — root etymology

Variations

TheodoreTheodorosTeodoro

Nicknames

Theo

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If you like Theodorus…

Theodore— the English form
Theodoros— the Greek form
Teodoro— the Italian/Spanish form
Theophilus— a kin Theo- 'God' boys' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Theodorus mean?

Theodorus is the Latin/Greek Theodore — 'a gift of God'.

How do you pronounce Theodorus?

It's said thee-oh-DOR-əs /ˌθi.oʊˈdɔr.əs/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Theodorus a boy or girl name?

Theodorus is a boy's name.

How popular is Theodorus?

Theodorus is a rare name in the U.S.

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