Thaddeus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Thaddeus is listed in our database as a boy name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “Thaddeus was one of the 12 apostles described in the New Testament of the Bible”.

Thaddeus Name at a Glance

Name Thaddeus
Meaning Thaddeus was one of the 12 apostles described in the New Testament of the Bible.
Origin Greek
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Thaddeus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Thaddeus means “Thaddeus was one of the 12 apostles described in the New Testament of the Bible”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Thaddeus Name Origin

Our database records Thaddeus under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Thaddeus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Thaddeus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Thaddeus

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