boy name · greek origin
Theodosius
/ thee-ə-DOH-shəs /
Meaning
Theodosius means given by God (greek).
Gender
Boy
Origin
greek
Pronunciation
thee-ə-DOH-shəs
What does Theodosius mean?
From Greek Theodosios, combining theos 'God' + dosis 'giving/gift' — 'given by God' or 'gift of God'. Shares its elements with Dositheus in reversed order.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Theodosius mean?
Theodosius means given by God. From Greek Theodosios, combining theos 'God' + dosis 'giving/gift' — 'given by God' or 'gift of God'. Shares its elements with Dositheus in reversed order.
What is the origin of the name Theodosius?
Theodosius is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Theodosius?
Theodosius is pronounced “thee-ə-DOH-shəs.”
Is Theodosius a boy or a girl name?
Theodosius is most commonly used as a boy name.
What names are similar to Theodosius?
Names similar to Theodosius include Dositheus, Python, Erasmus, Stephanos, Ladon.
What names go well with Theodosius?
greek names that pair well with Theodosius include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.