Theodore meaning in english: Theodore

Theodore, a name with a rich history and profound meaning, has captivated parents for centuries. Derived from the Greek words "theo" (meaning "God") and "doron" (meaning "gift"), Theodore essentially translates to "gift of God." Definition of Theodore in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. Theodore is a derivative of the Latin Theodorus, a variation of the Greek name Theodōros. The components are from the Greek words theos, meaning "God," and dōron, meaning "gift," giving Theodore the meaning "God-given" or "gift of God." Names with similar origins include Theodora, Dorothy, and Dorothea. Theodore is used predominantly in the English, French, and Greek languages, and its origin is Old Greek. The name's meaning is gift of god. A biblical name, it is derived from the elements 'theos' meaning god ; 'doron' gift. Theodoros (Old Greek) and Theodorus (Latinized) are old forms of Theodore.