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Name Origin

Theodore is a masculine given name of Greek origin meaning 'gift of God'. It derives from the Greek words 'theos' (god) and 'doron' (gift).

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Famous People

Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919)

Politician, Statesman

  • 26th President of the United States
  • Nobel Peace Prize laureate
  • Conservationist
  • Author

Theodore Seuss Geisel (1904-1991)

Author, Illustrator

  • Known for writing and illustrating children's books under the pen name Dr. Seuss
  • Created iconic characters like The Cat in the Hat and Horton the Elephant
  • Influential figure in children's literature

Theodore Bikel (1924-2015)

Actor, Singer, Activist

  • Starred in numerous Broadway and film productions
  • Known for his roles in 'Fiddler on the Roof' and 'The Sound of Music'
  • Prominent folk singer and political activist

Theodore Dreiser (1871-1945)

Novelist, Journalist

  • American naturalist writer known for his critical social commentary
  • Authored influential novels like 'Sister Carrie' and 'An American Tragedy'

Theodore Judah (1826-1883)

Civil Engineer

  • Key figure in the construction of the First Transcontinental Railroad
  • Surveyed and planned the route through the Sierra Nevada mountains