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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift of God
- Origin
- Greek (feminine of Theodoros), used in Slavic/Romance/Balkan languages
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- tay-oh-DOR-uh
Teodora is the feminine form of Theodoros, a Greek name meaning "gift of God," and it's used across Slavic, Romance, and Balkan languages. If you're drawn to a name with roots stretching across several European traditions, it's worth a look. In U.S. Social Security records dating back to 1893, it has stayed a distinctly rare pick for American parents.
Meaning & Origin of Teodora
Meaning: Gift of God.
Origin: Greek (feminine of Theodoros), used in Slavic/Romance/Balkan languages.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Teodora
tay-oh-DOR-uhIPA /ˌtiːəˈdɔːrə/
Popularity of Teodora
Teodora's high point in U.S. data was 1907, when it ranked #1364 with 10 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #5923, but with 21 babies — more girls named Teodora than at its historic peak, even as the rank fell.
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FAQ
What does the name Teodora mean?
Gift of God. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Teodora?
Teodora is pronounced tay-oh-DOR-uh (IPA: /ˌtiːəˈdɔːrə/).
Is Teodora a popular name right now?
Teodora peaked at #1364 in 1907 and is ranked #5923 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1893–2024.)
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