How Many People Are Named Theophilus?
Complete statistics for the name Theophilus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Theophilus means 'lover of God', a rare name indeed, with only 1,678 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 196,704 Americans. It's a name on the rise, peaking in popularity in 2022 with 68 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and a deep connection to the divine.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 51All 2,392 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2022Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Theophilus Through the Generations
Theophilus has seen a steady presence through the generations, with its current living count standing at 1,678. Interestingly, nearly half of those named Theophilus are over 60 years old, giving the name a slightly older demographic skew. this, the name has shown a rising trend, with 68 births recorded in 2022, indicating a growing appeal among younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Theophilus's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Theophilus
How Many People Have the Name Theophilus?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 258 people in the United States currently share the name Theophilus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,284,687 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Theophilus a Common or Rare Name?
Theophilus is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Theophilus Mean?
Theophilus means "lover of God" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Theophilus in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Theophilus Most Popular?
The name Theophilus reached peak popularity in 2022, with 68 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Theophilus?
Approximately 258 people named Theophilus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 258. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,284,687 Americans.
Is Theophilus a rare name?
Theophilus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,284,687 Americans has this name.
What does the name Theophilus mean?
Theophilus means "lover of God" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Theophilus more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Theophilus are male and 0% are female.
When was Theophilus most popular?
Theophilus peaked in 2022 with 68 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.