Theodosia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Theodosia is a Greek name meaning 'divine gift'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'Theodosios' to its modern form in English. The name is associated with positive traits related to divine favor. Although it lacks biblical references, it has historical significance due to its use among early saints. Theodosia has seen varying degrees of popularity, particularly during the Renaissance, and is regarded as an elegant choice in contemporary naming.
The name Theodosia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Theodosia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Theodosia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1313th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2154th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3399th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7085th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16492nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7241st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Theodosia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Theodosia"
Pronunciation
/θiːəˈdoʊʒə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Theodosia is derived from the Greek name 'Theodosios', which means 'given by God' or 'divine gift'. It is composed of the elements 'theo', meaning 'God', and 'dosis', meaning 'giving'.
Meaning
divine gift
Language Evolution
Theodosios (Ancient Greek), Theodosia (Latinized form), Theodosia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era and was used among early saints and martyrs. It saw a resurgence during the Renaissance when classical names were revived.
Variants & Derivatives
Theo, Doshie, Thea
Modern Popularity & Image
Theodosia is perceived as an elegant and historical name, often associated with grace and divine favor. It is less common today but has a unique charm that appeals to some parents.
Famous People
Theodosia Burr Alston, daughter of Aaron Burr, Theodosia of Constantinople, an early Christian saint
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Theodosia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Theodosia"
"Theodosia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1313th of 9107 | 620 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2154th of 9204 | 285 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3399th of 12526 | 234 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7085th of 19264 | 96 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16492nd of 27321 | 31 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7241st of 30306 | 191 |
Regional Popularity of "Theodosia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Theodosia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
69.33% 956th/1379 |
67.58% 1599th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Theodosia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Theodosia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.