Amharic

Tewodros

Pronounced teh-WOH-drosShare

Meaning: Form of Theodore; gift of God

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Tewodros is the Amharic form of Theodore, a Greek name combining God and gift. Its long Ethiopian history includes royal use.

Nicknames

  • Teddy
  • Tedi

Spellings & variants

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Tewodros comes from Amharic.

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