| Meaning | gift of God |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | The-o-dor-a |
About Theodora
The name Theodora carries a profound and beautiful meaning, originating from ancient Greek roots, where "theos" stands for God and "doron" means gift. Theodora can be translated as "God's gift" or "gift from God," making it a powerful and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name that symbolizes divine blessings.
Throughout history, Theodora has adorned numerous noteworthy women who left a mark in various fields. From Empress Theodora, the influential wife of Emperor Justinian I, to contemporary figures like Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark, the name has graced both historical and modern stages.
In literature and media, Theodora has also found its place, featuring in various fictional personas like the Good Witch and Wicked Witch in the Wizard of Oz series or Teddy Altman in Grey's Anatomy.
Choosing Theodora for a baby girl brings not only a strong historical and literary connection but also a sense of significance as it represents the notion that she is a cherished and divine gift to the world. This timeless name will continue to shine with grace and elegance, making Theodora an excellent choice for parents celebrating the arrival of their precious daughter.
Names Similar to Theodora
| Dorothea |
| Thea |
| Theodosia |
| Dorothy |
| Dora |
| Fedora |
| Isadora |
| Theresa |
| Theodesia |
| Theone |
| Theola |
| Althea |
Nicknames for Theodora
| Theo |
| Dora |
| Teddy |
| Thea |
Famous People Named Theodora
| Theodora Komnene | Byzantine princess and historian |
| Theodora Richards | English-American model and daughter of Keith Richards |
| Theodora Greece | Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark |
| Theodora Ibekwe-Oyebade | British-Nigerian actress and producer |
| Theodora Miranne | American actress |
| Theodora Van Runkle | American costume designer |
| Theodora Skipitares | American puppeteer and theater artist |
| Theodora Philcox | British rower |
| Theodora Tzimou | Greek actress |
| Theodora Warre | British jewelry designer |
| Theodora Ntovas | Greek singer-songwriter |
| Theodora Lacey | American civil rights activist |
| Theodora Kroeber | American anthropologist and writer |
| Theodora Goss | American author and poet |
| Theodora Benson | American musician |
| Theodora Bauer | Austrian painter |
| Theodora Cormontan | Dutch composer and music teacher |
Characters Named Theodora
| Theodora "Teddy" Altman | Grey's Anatomy TV series |
| Theodora "Tattletale" Taylor | Worm web serial |
| Theodora "Theo" Raeken | Teen Wolf TV series |
| Theodora "Teddy" Duncan | Good Luck Charlie TV series |
| Theodora "Teddy" Lawrence | The Boxcar Children book series |
| Theodora "Theo" Faron | Children of Men film |
| Theodora "Teddy" Prentiss | Criminal Minds TV series |
| Theodora "Teddy" Ruxpin | animated toy character |
| Theodora "Teddy" McSwiney | Australian TV series - A Country Practice |
| Theodora "Teddy" Barnes | The West Wing TV series |
| Theodora "Teddy" Lupin | Harry Potter series - next-gen character |
| Theodora "Teddy" Decker | The Goldfinch novel |
| Theodora "Teddy" Q. Boo Boo | Madagascar 2 - Escape 2 Africa film |
| Theodora "Theo" Galavan | Gotham TV series |
| Theodora "Teddy" Winslow | Family Matters TV series |
| Theodora "Theo" Merton Jr. | Cosby Show TV series |
| Theodora "Theo" Snyder | As the World Turns TV series |
| Theodora "Teddy" Sanders | Project X film |