Theodis
Theodis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin and history
Theodis is a masculine name with Greek origins, historically linked to names like Theodosius or Theodore meaning 'gift of God'. It enjoyed moderate usage in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in Southern states, but has become exceedingly rare today.
Popularity in the United States
2,244 babies in the United States have been named Theodis since 1880. It ranks #2730 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1919.
States where it is most popular
- AR (50.4 %)
- AL (17.9 %)
- GA (11.7 %)
- MS (9.9 %)
- FL (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 64 |
| 1920-1930 | 184 |
| 1930-1940 | 284 |
| 1940-1950 | 394 |
| 1950-1960 | 449 |
| 1960-1970 | 294 |
| 1970-1980 | 237 |
| 1980-1990 | 165 |
| 1990-2000 | 97 |
| 2000-2010 | 40 |
| 2010-2019 | 28 |
| 2020-2029 | 8 |
Famous people named Theodis
- Theodis Ealey: Singer, Guitarist
Nicknames
Theo, Otis
Fun facts
- Theodis was most commonly given to boys in the United States during the mid-20th century.
- The name shares its etymological root 'theo' with classical names such as Theodore, Theodosius, and Theophilus.