Theodor, of Greek origin, is derived from the word 'theos', meaning 'god'. This name was popular among early Christians as it signifies divine gift. It was traditionally given to children born around Easter time. Theodor is composed of two elements: 'theos' and '-dor', which is a suffix meaning 'gift'. Therefore, the name can be interpreted as 'gift of God'. Throughout history, several notable figures have borne this name, such as Theodor Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. Today, Theodor remains a classic choice for parents seeking a name with strong historical and cultural ties.
The name Theodor has seen significant fluctuations over the years with a total of 2068 births recorded between 1884 and 2023. The most popular periods for the name were from 1917 to 1922, where it consistently had around 15-23 births per year, peaking at 23 births in 1917. However, since the late 1960s, Theodor has been less commonly chosen, with fewer than 15 births per year until a resurgence starting in 2013, reaching as high as 87 births in 2022 and 86 in 2023.