Thaddaeus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Thaddaeus

Boy #5,721 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"heart, courageous heart"

Origin: Aramaic

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Thaddaeus Rank #5,721

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5721 for Thaddaeus.

Is Thaddaeus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Thaddaeus at #5721 in the United States.

What do Thaddaeus and Theodore mean?

Thaddaeus means "heart, courageous heart" (Aramaic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Thaddaeus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Thaddaeus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.