Thaddeus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Thaddeus is an Aramaic name meaning heart or courageous, derived from 'Taddai'. It evolved through various forms, maintaining its biblical relevance as one of the apostles of Jesus. The name is associated with traits of bravery and strength, and while it gained popularity during the Middle Ages, it remains a unique choice today.
The name Thaddeus is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Thaddeus has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Thaddeus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 374th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 526th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 528th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 501st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 624th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 891st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 766th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Thaddeus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thaddeus"
Pronunciation
/ˈθædiəs/
Origin
Aramaic
Etymology
The name Thaddeus is derived from the Aramaic name 'Taddai', which means 'heart' or 'courageous'. It is often associated with the Greek form 'Thaddeus' used in the New Testament.
Meaning
heart, courageous
Language Evolution
Taddai, Thaddeus, Thaddeo
Biblical Background
Thaddeus is recognized as one of the twelve apostles of Jesus in the New Testament, sometimes referred to as Judas Thaddeus to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian context due to its association with the apostle Thaddeus, particularly during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Tad, Thad, Tadeusz, Teodoro
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Thaddeus is seen as a classic name with a strong historical and religious connotation, often perceived as unique and dignified.
Famous People
Thaddeus Stevens, Thaddeus Kosciuszko, Thaddeus O'Sullivan
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thaddeus"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Thaddeus"
"Thaddeus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 374th of 7545 | 4,018 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 526th of 6773 | 2,319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 528th of 7552 | 3,934 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 501st of 10718 | 4,171 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 624th of 16616 | 3,906 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 891st of 24088 | 3,289 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 766th of 23106 | 3,881 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Thaddeus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
20.27% 287th/1416 |
14.29% 197th/1379 |
36.94% 874th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
25.74% 398th/1546 |
18.64% 290th/1556 |
40.54% 954th/2353 |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
21.10% 470th/2227 |
14.57% 354th/2430 |
19.31% 551st/2853 |
28.58% 793rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
15.25% 448th/2937 |
13.24% 461st/3483 |
13.84% 487th/3518 |
15.68% 634th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.19% 523rd/3685 |
14.97% 670th/4475 |
11.42% 593rd/5194 |
14.26% 901st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.65% 763rd/4582 |
19.04% 983rd/5164 |
12.21% 893rd/7313 |
14.85% 1108th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
15.66% 624th/3984 |
19.66% 882nd/4487 |
11.95% 815th/6822 |
11.98% 752nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Thaddeus" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Thaddeus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thaddeus" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.