Thadieus

Aramaic, meaning unclear, possibly from Theodore

"gift of God"

Thadieus Origin and Meaning

The name Thadieus is a boy's name.

Thadieus is a variant spelling of Thaddeus, a name of Aramaic origin meaning "gift of God" or "courageous heart." This particular spelling adds a distinctive touch to the classical name while maintaining its historical connections. The name appears in the New Testament as one of Jesus's twelve apostles (sometimes called Jude or Judas Thaddaeus). Thadieus carries a dignified, scholarly air with its classical roots and uncommon status. While the standard spelling Thaddeus has moderate usage, this variant is considerably rarer. The name offers friendly nicknames like Thad or Teddy. Parents might choose this spelling to honor traditional naming patterns while adding a unique twist to distinguish their child's name.