Thaddeus
Meaning of Thaddeus
Thaddeus is a strong and timeless name for a baby boy. With its origins in ancient Greece, this name has stood the test of time and continues to be popular today. The pronunciation of Thaddeus remains consistent across both American English and British English, pronounced as "THAD-ee-uhs" (/θæˈdiəs/). This classic name also has a variation, Tadeusz, which adds another layer of uniqueness for parents looking for something slightly different. In terms of popularity, Thaddeus has maintained a steady presence over the years in the United States. While it may not be among the top-ranked names currently, it has consistently been chosen by hundreds of parents each year since the early 1900s. Whether you're drawn to its historical significance or simply love the sound of it, Thaddeus is a wonderful choice for any little boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as THAD-ee-uhs (/θæˈdiəs/)
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Notable People Named Thaddeus
| Thaddeus Stevens was a prominent American politician and lawyer known for his leadership in the fight against slavery and discrimination, particularly during the Reconstruction era. |
| Thaddeus Leavitt was an American merchant known for inventing an improved version of the cotton gin and for his involvement in land purchases and boundary disputes in early nineteenth-century America. |
| Thaddeus Charles Young Sr. is an American professional basketball player currently with the Toronto Raptors, known for his college career at Georgia Tech and being drafted 12th overall in the 2007 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers. |
| Thaddeus Ma Daqin is a Chinese Catholic prelate who was the Bishop of Shanghai from 2014 to 2023. |
| Thaddeus Jones is an American politician who serves as the Illinois state representative for the 29th district and as the mayor of Calumet City, Illinois. |
| Thaddeus Lincoln Bolton was a prominent American psychologist and head of the Department of Psychology at Temple University, known for his significant contribution to the field and establishment of the Thaddeus L. Bolton Professorship. |
| Thaddeus Francis O'Rourke - Thaddeus (‘Thady’) Francis was an Irish Roman Catholic prelate who served as the Bishop of Killala from 1707 to 1735. |
| Thaddeus Mason Harris, a prominent figure in the early 19th Century, was a Harvard librarian, Unitarian minister, and author, best known for his influential work "The Natural History of the Bible" published in 1793. |
| Jude Thaddeus Okolo is a prominent Catholic prelate and diplomat, serving as the Apostolic Nuncio to the Czech Republic since 2022. |
| Thaddeus Cahill, a prominent inventor of the early 20th century, is widely known for inventing the first electromechanical musical instrument, the telharmonium. |
| Thaddeus Cho Hwan-kil is the current Archbishop of Daegu in the Catholic Church, appointed by Pope Benedict XVI in 2010. |
| Thaddeus F. Malanowski was the first Polish-American to serve as the Deputy Chief of Chaplains of the United States Army and was an American Catholic priest. |
| Thaddeus Betts was a physician and a prominent member of the Connecticut House of Representatives during the late 18th century. |
| Thaddeus Kenlock Sasportas was a prominent figure in South Carolina during the Reconstruction era, serving as a state legislator and representing Chester County in the South Carolina House of Representatives. |
| Thaddeus Lê Hữu Từ was a prominent Vietnamese Catholic prelate and nationalist figure known for his opposition to French colonialism and Vietnamese communism. |
