Theophilus
Theophilus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /θiːˈɒfɪləs/
Meaning and origin of Theophilus
- A male given name from Latin [in turn from Ancient Greek]; rare in English.
Etymology
From Middle English Theophilus, from Latin Theophilus, from Ancient Greek Θεόφιλος (Theóphilos), meaning "love of God" or "friend of God".
How popular is Theophilus?
Since 1880, 2,448 boys in the U.S. have been named Theophilus. Its highest rank for boys was #1048 in 1901. In 2025, 57 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Theophilus
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Theophilus FAQ
What does the name Theophilus mean?
A male given name from Latin [in turn from Ancient Greek]; rare in English. From Middle English Theophilus, from Latin Theophilus, from Ancient Greek Θεόφιλος (Theóphilos), meaning "love of God" or "friend of God".
What is the origin of the name Theophilus?
Theophilus is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Theophilus?
Since 1880, 2,448 boys in the U.S. have been named Theophilus. Its highest rank for boys was #1048 in 1901. In 2025, 57 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Theophilus a boy or girl name?
Theophilus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,448 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.