Theotis
Theotis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Divine or godlike.
Origin and history
Theotis is a rare masculine name of Greek origin, derived from elements meaning 'god' or 'divine'. Historically used in the United States throughout the 20th century, it has become very uncommon in recent decades. It carries a distinct, classic, and melodic sound.
Popularity in the United States
939 babies in the United States have been named Theotis since 1880. It ranks #3740 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- GA (43.9 %)
- AR (31.7 %)
- AL (24.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 11 |
| 1920-1930 | 29 |
| 1930-1940 | 89 |
| 1940-1950 | 142 |
| 1950-1960 | 184 |
| 1960-1970 | 122 |
| 1970-1980 | 149 |
| 1980-1990 | 110 |
| 1990-2000 | 69 |
| 2000-2010 | 29 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Theotis
- Theotis Beasley: Professional Skateboarder
- Theotis Brown: American Football Player
Fun facts
- The name is constructed from the Greek root 'theos', which forms the base of many classical names like Theodore and Timothy.
- The name achieved modern recognition through figures like former professional skateboarder Theotis Beasley.