Theora
Fact sheet
- Name
- Theora
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Theora represents a variant of the name Theodora, which has its origins in the ancient Greek Theódōros (Θεόδωρος). The girl's name is translated as 'the gift of God' or 'God's gift.'
What does the name Theora mean?
Theora is a variant of the name Theodora, which is derived from the ancient Greek Theódōros (Θεόδωρος). The meaning of the girl's name is 'the gift of God' or 'God's gift.' This derivation is based on the ancient Greek words theós (θεός), meaning 'God,' and dôron (δῶρον), which stands for 'the gift' or 'the present.' Alternatively, Theora could also stem from the ancient Greek theorein, meaning 'to observe,' 'to contemplate,' or 'to look at.' Other variants include Theodoria, Teodora, Tudorita, and Todorka.
How do you pronounce Theora?
Theora is pronounced approximately like 'Theo-ra.'
When is the name day of Theora?
The name day for Theora falls on the dates February 11, April 24, August 16, September 19, November 9, and November 11.
Popularity
In Germany, Theora is among the less common first names. It has not achieved any notable ranking in the German name popularity lists. The best ranking for Theora was recorded in 2008 at 2,159th place in the Italian name charts. From 1999 to 2024, the name was given in Italy fewer than 10 times, placing it at 7,492nd. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.
Frequently asked questions about the name Theora
What does the name Theora mean?
Theora is a variant of the name Theodora and means 'the gift of God,' derived from the ancient Greek words for God and gift.
Where does the name Theora come from?
Theora has Greek roots and is composed of the ancient Greek terms theós (God) and dôron (gift).
How popular is the name Theora?
The popularity of Theora varies, but it is known in some English- and Dutch-speaking countries where similar names are also common.