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Theodor

THEE-o-dor

Popularity

#2109

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

2,140

Peak Year

#88 in 2022

First Recorded

1884

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Germanic and Scandinavian form of Theodore, derived from Greek 'Theodoros' meaning 'gift of God'.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Theodor Seuss Geisel

    Dr. Seuss, famous children's author.

  • Theodor Herzl

    Founder of modern political Zionism.

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Personality Traits

IntelligentKindGenerousCreative

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