Theophilus
boy name#2390 in 2025Theophilus entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #936 in 1885, ranks #2390 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#2390
rank today
#936
peak (1885)
57
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #970 |
| 1900s | #1091 |
| 1910s | #1565 |
| 1920s | #1894 |
| 1930s | #2059 |
| 1940s | #2007 |
| 1950s | #1698 |
| 1960s | #2175 |
| 1970s | #2469 |
| 1980s | #3100 |
| 1990s | #3905 |
| 2000s | #4366 |
| 2010s | #3377 |
| 2020s | #2437 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Theophilus has been most popular in CA, TX, WA.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Theophilus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Theophilus alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Theophilus in 2025?
- Theophilus ranks #2390 among US boy names in 2025, with 57 babies given the name.
- When was the name Theophilus most popular?
- Theophilus peaked in 1885, reaching #936 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Theophilus with classmates?
- Theophilus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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