Skip to main content
Back to all names
BoyGreek

Theophilos

thee-AH-fi-los

Theophilos is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek Theophilos, meaning 'loved by God' or 'friend of God'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2018.

Letters10
Syllables4
OriginGreek

What Theophilos Means

From the Greek Theophilos, meaning 'loved by God' or 'friend of God'.

The Story of Theophilos

Emerging in 2018, Theophilos means 'friend of God,' a name carried by leaders and thinkers.

This name, directly from Greek, signifies a close bond with the divine. It is formed from 'theos' (God) and 'philos' (friend, loved), representing a cherished relationship.

You imagine a son named Theophilos as someone with a wise heart and a generous spirit. This name suggests a natural inclination towards justice and a deep sense of purpose, a leader by nature.

Nickname Watch

Kids pick up nicknames whether parents plan for it or not. Make sure you love the short forms too.

AI Features

Unlock Theophilos’s Full Story

AI consultant · Sibling matches · Cultural deep-dive · Compatibility scores

🔒 No credit card needed

Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Theophilos III

    Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem.

Personality Traits

KindGenerousSpiritualWise

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#7 in 2018

Total Births

7

First Recorded

2018

More Names Like Theophilos

View all

Explore related name groups

Save Theophilos to your favorites list