Teofilo
Meaning of Teofilo
Teofilo is a male name with Spanish origin. It is pronounced as teh-oh-FEE-loh (/te.oˈfi.lo/). This name also has variations such as Teofil and Theophilus. In the United States, Teofilo has been given to newborn boys since at least 1905. While its popularity has varied over the years, it has remained a relatively rare choice for parents. However, it's worth noting that in recent years, the name has seen a slight increase in usage. Teofilo carries an air of strength and uniqueness, making it a distinctive choice for parents looking for a name with character.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as teh-oh-FEE-loh (/te.oˈfi.lo/)
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Notable People Named Teofilo
| Joaquim Teófilo Fernandes Braga was a prominent Portuguese writer, playwright, and politician who served as the leader of the Republican Provisional Government and the second elected president of the First Portuguese Republic. |
| Teófilo Antonio Gutiérrez Roncancio, also known as Teo, is a Colombian professional footballer and free agent who plays as a forward for the Colombian national team. |
| Teófilo Stevenson Lawrence was a Cuban engineer and amateur boxer who competed from 1966 to 1986. |
| Teófilo Juan Cubillas Arizaga, a Peruvian former footballer, was known for his exceptional technique, shooting ability, and free kick expertise, and was voted as Peru's greatest ever player in an IFFHS poll. |
| Teofilo is a retired Irish Thoroughbred racehorse and active stallion, known for being the European Champion Two-Year-Old of 2006 and retiring undefeated after winning two Group One races. |
| Teofilo Bastida Camomot was a Roman Catholic Archbishop from the Philippines who may be considered for canonization as a saint. |
| Teófilo Torres is a Puerto Rican actor, director, and professor of theatre known for his work in television and film both in Puerto Rico and internationally. |
| Teófilo Yldefonso - Teófilo E. Yldefonso was a pioneering Filipino breaststroke swimmer, the first from the Philippines and Southeast Asia to win an Olympic medal, and the first Filipino to win multiple medals. |
| Teofilo Patini, an Italian painter known for his Realist style, left a lasting impact on the art world. |
| Teófilo José Jaime María Le Guillou was the founder of the municipality of Vieques, Puerto Rico. |
| Teófilo Leuterio Sison was a prominent Philippine legislator and the inaugural Secretary of National Defense of the Philippine Commonwealth. |
| Teófilo Carvalho dos Santos was a Portuguese politician. |
| Teofilo Garcia is a Filipino hatter known for making tabungaw hats and is recognized as a National Living Treasure in the Philippines. |
| Teófilo Rodríguez Cazorla, also known as "El Conejo," was a Venezuelan criminal and leader of the cartel "Tren del Pacífico." |
| Téofilo Colón was a Puerto Rican hurdler who competed in the men's 110 metres hurdles at the 1952 Summer Olympics. |
