Thaddeus: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: th-ahdd-eh-oos
Origin: Greece
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Heart

Thaddeus is a masculine name with Aramaic and Greek origins. It means "heart, " "courageous heart, " or "gift of God. " The name has a rich history, originating from the Aramaic name Thaddai, which may have been derived from a word meaning 'heart'or 'courageous. 'In the Christian Bible, Thaddeus is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, also known as Jude. The name has been associated with several religious saints, including Saint Thaddeus, the patron saint of desperate situations, and Saint Jude saint of lost causes. Over time, the popularity of the name has fluctuated, but it remains a distinctive and meaningful choice for parents.

Thaddeus Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Thaddeus is currently #1223 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Thaddeus is currently #551 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Thaddeus is currently #588 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Thaddeus is currently #283 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Thaddeus is currently #632 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Thaddeus is currently #274 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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