noun
Uncommon
Theodore
THEE-uh-daw
Theodore (noun) means a male given name, borne by several saints, popes and emperors, ultimately from Greek "gift of god". Example: “Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States.”
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A male given name, borne by several saints, popes and emperors, ultimately from Greek "gift of god".
"Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States."
How to use Theodore
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA classic boy's name meaning "gift of god"; often shortened to Theo or Ted.
Common pairings
nickname Theo
nickname Ted
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Etymology
From Latin Theodorus, borrowed from Greek Theodoros, from theos ("god") plus doron ("gift").
Rhymes for Theodore
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What does “Theodore” mean?
The word “Theodore” means a male given name, borne by several saints, popes and emperors, ultimately from Greek "gift of god". In plain terms, a classic boy's name meaning "gift of god"; often shortened to Theo or Ted.
How do you pronounce “Theodore”?
“Theodore” is pronounced THEE-uh-daw (/ˈθi.əˌdɔɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Theodore” in a sentence?
Here is “Theodore” used in a sentence: “Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States.”
What part of speech is “Theodore”?
“Theodore” is a noun.
Where does the word “Theodore” come from?
The word “Theodore” comes from Latin. From Latin Theodorus, borrowed from Greek Theodoros, from theos ("god") plus doron ("gift").
Is “Theodore” a common word?
“Theodore” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What are common nicknames for Theodore?
The most common short forms are Theo, Ted, Teddy, and Ty. Theo has become popular enough to be used as a given name in its own right rather than just a nickname.
Is there a female form of the name Theodore?
The closest female equivalents are Theodora and Theodosia, both sharing the same Greek root meaning "gift of god." These feminine forms have a long history of their own, including several saints named Theodora.
