Names Starting With T
BoyGreek#7 in 2025
Theodore
Theodore is a boys' name of Greek origin meaning “Gift of God, divine gift.” It ranked #7 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
THEE-uh-dohr
Meaning & Origin
The name Theodore means “Gift of God, divine gift.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.
Theodore Roosevelt made this name presidential. The nickname Theo is a major driver of its modern popularity.
Popularity Over Time
#122020
#102021
#92022
#82023
#72024
#72025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #7 |
| 2024 | #7 |
| 2023 | #8 |
| 2022 | #9 |
| 2021 | #10 |
| 2020 | #12 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Theodore
- Theodore Roosevelt
- Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel)
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