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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Theophilos

Lover of God

Pronunciation: theh-OH-fee-lus (/θiːˈɒfiːləs/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Lover of God
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
Sunday
Lucky Stone
Amber
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GoldYellowOrange

What does Theophilos mean?

From the Greek theos (God) and philos (friend, lover). In early Christian literature, Theophilos refers to a person who loves God deeply.

Theophilos in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
תהיל
יאול באףאל השן וצאול
Greek
Θεόφιλος
Δεοπιλοσ
Latin
Theophilos
Amicus Dei, Deus amicus, amicus divinus
English
Theophilos
Friend of God, God's friend, divine friend

How to pronounce Theophilos

English pronunciation
theh-OH-fee-lus
Biblical pronunciation
theh-OH-fee-lus
IPA notation
/θiːˈɒfiːləs/

Numerology & personality

Expressive, emotional, and creative individuals. Theophilos may be naturally artistic and enjoy sharing their ideas with others.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A name representing deep devotion and love towards God.

The name Theophilos holds a significant cultural impact in the Christian community, as it represents a deep connection and love for God. This name was particularly popular during the early Christian era as a reminder of the importance of spiritual devotion and the ultimate pursuit of a divine relationship with God.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Acts of the Apostles (Acts 6:5, Acts 6:8)

Saint connection: null

Popularity of Theophilos by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 84 2024
Germany DE 76 2024
United States US 56 2024
Spain ES 63 2024

Spelling variations of Theophilos

Theofilos

Names similar to Theophilos

Frequently asked questions about Theophilos

What does Theophilos mean?
Theophilos is a Greek name that means 'lover of God'.
Is Theophilos a Christianity name?
Yes, Theophilos is a Greek Christian name.
How to pronounce Theophilos?
Theophilos is pronounced as teh-uh-FIL-ohs.
Is Theophilos popular today?
Theophilos is not a commonly used name today.
What is the origin of Theophilos?
Theophilos is a Greek name derived from theos (God) and philos (friend or lover).