Theophus
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Theophus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 5 babies have been named Theophus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Theophus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,452 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,452
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Theophus
Theophus is a boy name .
Theophus is currently ranked #39,452 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Theophus include The, Thy, Theie, and Theoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Theophus include Theodore, Theo, Theoden, Theodor, Theophilus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis