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Teodora

Girl name · Mexican

Meaninggift of God · Greek

Teodora is a Mexican girl name meaning “gift of God”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Teodora has the name Teo hiding inside it.
  • GenerationTeodora peaked in 1899, which makes it a Victorian-era favorite, the kind of name you'd find on a great-great-grandparent.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Teodora would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 80,645 baby girls got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryTeodora first shows up in US birth records in 1893, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 132 years since.
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hello, little Teodora

US births per million girls, 1893–2025

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About the name Teodora

Teodora is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “gift of God”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1890s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Mexican names

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Questions about the name Teodora

What does the name Teodora mean?

Teodora means “gift of God” and comes from Greek. Names built around “gift” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Theo (“gift of God”), Matias (“gift of God”), Jesse (“gift”) and Dorothy (“gift of God”).

What is the origin of the name Teodora?

Teodora is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).

Is Teodora a boy or girl name?

Teodora is a girl name. In 2025, 20 US girls were named Teodora.

How popular is the name Teodora?

Teodora ranked #5,917 for US girls in 2025, given to 20 babies. Its best year was 1899, when it reached #1,278. Over the last five years it has slipped 430 places.

What names are similar to Teodora?

If you like Teodora, you might also like Theo, Matias, Jesse and Dorothy.

What should I know before naming my baby Teodora?

Teodora is a Mexican girl name meaning “gift of God”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.