boy · Greek

Theodore

/THEO-do-re/

Meaning: Gift of God

Theodore at a glance

Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: Greek
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: THEO-do-re
Syllables: 3
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Theodoren, Theoddore, Theodorenah, Theodoreno, Theodorren, Theodoreyia

Lucky details for Theodore

Number: 3
Color: Royal Purple
Stone: Yellow Sapphire
Flower: Lily
Day: Thursday
Planet: Jupiter
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Metal: Tin

Theodore is a Greek name meaning “gift of god”. Parents choose Theodore for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with expressive, curious, endlessly sociable. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Theodore reduce to 3, a number linked with Jupiter and with people who are optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music.

Numerology

Chaldean value 3 — Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable.

Personality

Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable

Positive Traits

Optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music

Negative Traits

Can scatter energy across too many interests at once

Career Suggestions

Writing, media, teaching, law, travel and tourism

Nicknames

Thei Theo They Thy

Middle Names

Tanish Tobia Taaio

Sibling Names

Alexia Daaphne Kaaterinia Sophyiya

Compatible Names

Alexander Andreaasie Dymytri Georgeeosya Nikolaasa Phileep

FAQs about the name Theodore

What does the name Theodore mean?

Theodore means “gift of god” and comes from a Greek root.

Is Theodore a boy or girl name?

Theodore is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Theodore?

Theodore is pronounced THEO-do-re (3 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Theodore?

The lucky number for Theodore is 3, ruled by Jupiter.

What are good nicknames for Theodore?

Popular short forms include Thei, Theo, They, Thy.