Theora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Theora is a name of Greek origin meaning 'gift of God.' It evolved from related names like Theodora and Theodore. The name is characterized by its rarity and modern appeal, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Theora is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. 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, Theora has been stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Theora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1571st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2264th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5999th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23432nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Theora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Theora"
Pronunciation
/ˈθiːərə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Theora is derived from the Greek name 'Theora,' which means 'gift of God.' It is related to the name 'Theodore,' which shares a similar meaning and origin.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Theora, Theodora, Theodore
Historical Usage
Theora has been used as a name since the early Christian era, gaining popularity in the 19th century as variations of the name Theodore became more common.
Variants & Derivatives
Theodora, Theodore, Theo
Modern Popularity & Image
Theora is considered a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is not widely used but is appreciated for its distinctiveness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Theora"
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 "Theora"
"Theora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1571st of 9107 | 465 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2264th of 9204 | 261 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5999th of 12526 | 76 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23432nd of 30306 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Theora" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Theora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
94.15% 1465th/1556 |
- | - |
| 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 "Theora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Theora" 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.