Thady

Aramaic, meaning unclear, possibly from Theodore

"gift of God"

Thady Origin and Meaning

The name Thady is a boy's name.

Thady is a masculine name of Irish origin, serving as a diminutive form of Thaddeus or the Irish name Tadhg, meaning 'poet' or 'philosopher.' This distinctively Irish name carries a strong cultural heritage while maintaining a friendly, approachable quality through its diminutive form. Historically used in Ireland for centuries, Thady gained some literary recognition through its use in Maria Edgeworth's novel 'Castle Rackrent.' The name remains quite rare outside of Ireland, giving it a strong ethnic character and uniqueness in international contexts. With its combination of historical depth and playful sound, Thady appeals to parents seeking an authentic Irish name that balances traditional roots with a lighthearted, affectionate quality.

Famous People Named Thady

• Thady Wyndham Quin, 7th Earl of Dunraven and Mount,Earl, Irish peer
• Thady Connellan Irish teacher, poet and historian
• Thady Ryan Irish Olympic equestrian
• Blessed Thaddeus "Thady" McCarthy Irish ecclesiastic
• Thady Ó Cianáin Irish composer

The name Thady in Pop Culture

• Thady Quirk 'steward (based on the author's father's steward, John Langan) to three generations of the Rackrents;' narrator of the novel Castle Rackrent (1800) by Maria Edgeworth
• "Thady Quill " Irish folk song
• Pronounced "Tay dee," rhyming with "shady" and "lady"