masculine Theodore

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Origin:
greek
Name Root:
theós dôron > Theódōros
Meaning:*
This name derives from the Ancient Greek “Theódōros ‎(Θεόδωρος),” composed of two elements: “theós (Θεός)” (divine, a deity, a god, God)plus “dôron ‎(δῶρον)” (gift). In turn, the name means “God’s gift.” The name was popular among early Christians and was borne by several saints. The name has been used for saints, popes, several emperors, and a president. The feminine form of Theodore is Theodora. The name Dorothy derives from the same Greek root, in reverse order. Godiva is from an Anglo-Saxon version of the “gift of God.” 1) Saints Theodora and Didymus († 304) are Christian saints whose legend is based on a 4th-century “acta” and the word of Saint Ambrose. Theodora was a young noblewoman of Alexandria who had refused to offer sacrifice to the Roman gods. 2) Theodora (~500–548) was empress of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire and the wife of Emperor Justinian I.

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Popularity & Ranking

United States Ranking #10


Namedoctor Weekly Ranking #851

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New Age Curiosities

Numerological Values: #9

A number 9 person is humane and selfless. Compassion, tolerance, idealism and sensitivity are the hallmarks of number 9. Number 9 individuals often give unselfishly to others.

Chakra Number: #9
Chakra "Pineal Gland"

The Pineal Gland is about the size of a pea, and is in the center of the brain in a tiny cave behind and above the pituitary gland which lies a little behind the root of the nose. It is located directly behind the eyes, attached to the third ventricle. This chakra is also known as the upper dan tien. The ninth chakra is an interesting chakra in that it is in this chakra that all the Christ abilities lie dormant, waiting to be released and used in the outer and inner worlds. The shift in focus at this time is toward that Christ energy and the accompanying abilities that go along with it. Hence, a great deal of work and energy is now being sent into physical reality to help the individual open up and expand this energy center.

Color meaning: Gold

It is no surprise that gold symbolizes wealth used wisely, but it is also the symbol of good health. People who favor the color gold are optimistic. The Tibetan Buddhist believes in 5 sacred stones: the crystal for light, turquoise for infinity of sea and sky, coral for life and form, gold for the golden ray of the sun, silver for the light of the moon. Gold is intimately linked with Divinity and those gods associated with the Sun. It symbolizes wealth and success.

Name Songs

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la vie thÉodore
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Notable People and Personalities

Theodore Anthony (born 1948) American Rock Musician
Theodore Dreiser, American Novelist
Theodore Ii, Tewodros Ii Of Ethiopia, Emperor Of Ethiopia
Theodore Kaczynski, American Letter Bomber
Theodore Leonsis (born 1957), Internet Pioneer
Theodore Metochites, Greek Statesman, Author And Philosopher
Theodore Parker (1810-1860), American Minister Of The Unitarian Church
Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919), 26th President Of The United States
Theodore Samuel Williams (1918–2002), American Baseball Left Fielder
Theodore Shaw "teddy" Wilson (1912–1986), American Jazz Pianist
Theodore Sturgeon (1918–1985), American Science Fiction Author
Theodore The Priest († 1609), Georgian Hero
Théodore Géricault, French Romantic Painter