Thaddeus
Thaddeus is a Christian boy name of Aramaic, via Greek origin, meaning “Possibly 'heart' or 'gift of God'”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'heart' or 'gift of God' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Aramaic, via Greek |
| Written as | Θαδδαῖος |
| Pronunciation | THAD-ee-us |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, Poland, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Thaddeus
Thaddeus is the name of one of the twelve apostles in Matthew 10:3 and Mark 3:18. Its meaning is debated: some scholars derive it from an Aramaic word for 'breast' or 'heart', giving 'courageous heart', while others see it as a short form of a Greek name such as Theodotos, 'gift of God'. Church tradition identifies him with Jude, the brother of James. The name was popular in Poland as Tadeusz.
Is Thaddeus a Christian name?
Yes, Thaddeus is a New Testament name, an apostle often equated with Saint Jude, patron saint of lost causes.
How popular is Thaddeus?
An uncommon but rising name in the US, often shortened to Tad or Thad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thaddeus mean?
Thaddeus means 'Possibly 'heart' or 'gift of God''. It is of Aramaic, via Greek origin.
Is Thaddeus a Christian name?
Yes, Thaddeus is a New Testament name, an apostle often equated with Saint Jude, patron saint of lost causes.
How do you pronounce Thaddeus?
Thaddeus is pronounced THAD-ee-us.
Is Thaddeus a boy or girl name?
Thaddeus is usually a boy name.