Thaddaeus

Meaning of Thaddaeus

Thaddaeus is a masculine name with English origins. It is a variation of the name Thaddeus, which means "courageous heart" or "gift of God." The pronunciation of Thaddaeus is thuh-DEE-us (/θə.ˈdi.əs/). This name has a rich history and biblical associations, as it is mentioned in the New Testament as one of the Twelve Apostles chosen by Jesus Christ. Despite not being among the most popular names in recent years, Thaddaeus has been consistently used in the United States over the past few decades. Its usage peaked in 1948 when it reached rank 6 on the popularity charts. Parents who choose this name for their baby boy will be giving him a unique and meaningful moniker with deep religious connotations.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as thuh-DEE-us (/θə.ˈdi.əs/)

• Thaddeus
• Tadeusz
• Thad
• Thadeus
• Thadeo