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Theophilos

♂ Boy

Pronounced thee-OFF-ih-los /θiˈɒf.ɪ.los/Medium

Meaning: From the Greek Theophilos, 'friend of God; loved by God' (theos, 'God,' + philos, 'friend'). Theophilus is addressed in the Gospel of Luke and Acts, which we note respectfully. Devout and classic.Low

In 30 seconds: A devout Greek classic: Theophilos means 'friend of God' (said 'thee-OFF-ih-los'). Dignified and warm.
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Origin MediumGreek
MeaningFrom the Greek Theophilos, 'friend of God; loved by God' (theos, 'God,' + philos, 'friend'). Theophilus is addressed in the Gospel of Luke and Acts, which we note respectfully. Devout and classic.
U.S. rank (2018)#10629
2018 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 7

History & Origin

Theophilos is the Greek 'friend of God' (theos + philos), borne by Theophilus of Luke and Acts, whom we note respectfully. It reads devout and classic, and is rare in the U.S. (said 'thee-OFF-ih-los').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., mostly in Greek-heritage families. Rare, devout, and dignified.

Did you know? Theophilos is Greek for 'friend of God; loved by God' — the name of Theophilus, addressed in the Gospel of Luke and Acts, which we note with respect (said 'thee-OFF-ih-los').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Theophilos — Greek; 'friend of God'; Theophilus in Luke/Acts

Variations

TheophilusTeofiloTheophil

Nicknames

TheoPhilo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Theophilos mean?

Theophilos is Greek for 'friend of God; loved by God.'

How do you pronounce Theophilos?

It's said thee-OFF-ih-los /θiˈɒf.ɪ.los/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Theophilos a boy or girl name?

Theophilos is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Theophilos?

Theophilos is an extremely rare name in the U.S.

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