Theotis
Of Greek origin, signifying "gift of God".
Name Census estimates that about 681 living Americans carry the first name Theotis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Theotis today is around 57 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Theotis births was 1977 (32 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Theotis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
681
~ 1 in 503,310 Americans
Peak year
1977
32 babies that year
Average age
57
years old
2017 SSA rank
#14,053
Tracked since 1918
Popularity
Theotis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Theotis from the 1910s through to the 2010s, spanning 11 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 184 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1950s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Theotis by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Theotis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Theotis' live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Georgia, Arkansas, Alabama recorded the most babies named Theotis, while Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 14 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Theotis
The name Theotis has its origins in Greek culture and language. It is derived from the Greek words "theos," meaning "god," and "tis," meaning "someone" or "something." Together, the name can be interpreted to mean "someone of God" or "belonging to God."
In ancient Greek mythology, the name was associated with the gods and goddesses who were revered and worshipped. It was a name that carried a sense of divine connection and spiritual significance. The earliest known references to the name can be found in ancient Greek texts and inscriptions dating back to the classical period.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Theotis was a Greek philosopher who lived in the 5th century BCE. He was a follower of Pythagoras and wrote extensively on mathematics and natural philosophy. Unfortunately, most of his writings have been lost to history.
In the 3rd century BCE, a Greek poet named Theotis of Rhodes gained recognition for his lyrical works. He was known for incorporating religious themes and references to the gods in his poetry, which was fitting for someone with a name that had divine connotations.
During the Byzantine Empire, which lasted from the 4th to the 15th century CE, the name Theotis was associated with several prominent figures within the Eastern Orthodox Church. One such individual was Theotis of Constantinople, a renowned theologian and scholar who lived in the 9th century CE and made significant contributions to the study of canon law.
In the 12th century CE, a monk named Theotis of Patmos gained fame for his literary works and his role in preserving and transcribing ancient Greek manuscripts. His dedication to preserving historical texts and religious writings earned him a respected place in the annals of Byzantine scholarship.
Another notable figure with the name Theotis was a 16th-century Greek scholar and humanist known as Theotis of Thessaloniki. He was a prominent figure in the Renaissance movement and played a crucial role in the revival of classical Greek learning and literature in Europe.
While the name Theotis may not be as common in modern times, its historical significance and deep-rooted connection to Greek culture and mythology have left an indelible mark on the annals of history.
People
Theotis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Theotis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Theotis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Theotis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 681 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Theotis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 503,310 US residents.
Is Theotis a common name?
We classify Theotis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 939 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Theotis most popular?
The single biggest year for Theotis was 1977, when 32 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Theotis is about 57 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Theotis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Theotis in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.