Theophile

Meaning of Theophile

The name Theophile is of French origin and is predominantly used for boys. It is pronounced as "teh-OH-feel" (/te.o.fil/). An alternative variation of the name is Theophilus.

In terms of popularity, Theophile has a relatively low occurrence in the United States, with only 5 occurrences in 2020 and a ranking of 11,995. However, it did have some periods where it was more popular, such as in the early 20th century when it ranked within the top 10, reaching its highest rank of 2,048 in 1928.

The name Theophile carries a sense of uniqueness and sophistication. It derives from the Greek words "theos" meaning "god" and "philos" meaning "lover," giving it the beautiful meaning of "lover of God." This name has historical and biblical associations as well. In the Bible, there is a mention of a person named Theophilus who was addressed by Luke at the beginning of his gospel and also in Acts.

Choosing the name Theophile for your baby boy would give him an elegant and meaningful name with deep roots in history and spirituality.