Theodis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Theodis is a name of Greek origin meaning 'gift of God.' It has evolved from the ancient Greek name Theodorus and has several historical forms. The name is associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in recent years, especially among those preferring distinctive names. It does not have a direct biblical reference.
The name Theodis is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Theodis has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Theodis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2325th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1261st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1180th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1799th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3845th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10637th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15315th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Theodis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Theodis"
Pronunciation
/θiːˈoʊdɪs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Theodis is derived from the Greek name 'Theodorus,' which means 'gift of God.' The name has been adapted over time into various forms across different cultures.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Theodorus, Theodis, Theodice, Teodósio
Historical Usage
Theodis has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially within certain communities seeking unique and meaningful names with religious significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Theodore, Theo, Doris
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Theodis is viewed as unique and carries a positive connotation due to its meaning. It is often associated with strength and divine favor.
Famous People
Theodis Jones (American football player), Theodis McGee (American musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Theodis"
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 "Theodis"
"Theodis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2325th of 7545 | 198 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1261st of 6773 | 546 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1180th of 7552 | 784 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1799th of 10718 | 401 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3845th of 16616 | 214 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10637th of 24088 | 75 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15315th of 23106 | 26 |
Regional Popularity of "Theodis" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
56.42% 1335th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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32.85% 773rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
60.71% 1352nd/2227 |
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27.94% 797th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
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40.05% 1409th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.60% 3511th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Theodis" 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 "Theodis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Theodis" 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.