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A variant of Theodore, meaning 'Gift of God.' This name suggests a person who is a compassionate leader with a strong sense of purpose and a gentle, guiding spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,110 |
| Gender | Male (21% / 79%) |
| Peak year | 1957 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1955 |
| Most recent | 1970 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 35%OH — 27%PA — 15%IL — 12%TX — 12%
Notable People
Theotis Brown (NFL running back) · Theotis Beasley (Professional skateboarder) · Theotis Robinson Jr. (Civil rights pioneer) · Theotis Ratliff (NBA basketball player) · Theotis Stafford (Gospel musician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
TheoOtisTee
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