Theodora: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced thee-uh-DOR-uh · 4 syllables
Theodora means “gift of God”, from Greek.
From the Ancient Greek feminine form of Theodore.
- Meaning
- gift of God
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- thee-uh-DOR-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #725
- US babies a year
- about 381 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
- Nicknames
- Dora
How popular is Theodora?
Theodora was the #725 name in the US in 2025, given to 384 babies. It’s rising: up 387% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #725 |
| England & Wales | #364 |
| Scotland | #429 |
| Ireland | #588 |
| France | #889 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Theodora?
Half of US adults named Theodora are older than 62; most are between 22 and 87. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Theodora
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Ophelia
- Agatha
- Althea
- Georgiana
- Georgia
- Odessa
- Petra
- Sybil
- Philomena
- Agnes
- Flora
- Eleanora
- Lenora
- Vera
- Clara
- Rosalie
Questions about Theodora
What does the name Theodora mean?
Theodora means “gift of God”. It comes from Greek.
How do you pronounce Theodora?
Theodora is pronounced thee-uh-DOR-uh.
How popular is the name Theodora?
Theodora was the #725 name in the US in 2025, given to 384 babies. It’s rising: up 387% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Theodora?
Half of US adults named Theodora are older than 62. Most are between 22 and 87.