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Origin & history of Thaddaeus1
Biblical roots
Thaddaeus is an ancient Aramaic name that means heart or courageous heart. Thaddaeus was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, also known as Jude Thaddeus. The name Thaddaeus is associated with the qualities of bravery, loyalty, and devotion. Thaddaeus is a unique and uncommon name, making it a distinctive choice for parents looking for a name that stands out. The name Thaddaeus has been popularized in various forms, such as Thaddeus, Jude, and Thady. Thaddaeus has been used as a name in various cultures, including Jewish, Christian, and African traditions. The name Thaddaeus has been associated with several notable historical figures, including a 1st-century apostle, a 16th-century Catholic saint, and a 19th-century American politician. Thaddaeus is a name that has been used in literature and art, such as in the novel The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough. The name Thaddaeus has a strong, masculine sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a confident and powerful name for their son. Thaddaeus is a name that symbolizes strength, courage, and conviction, making it a great choice for parents who want their child to embody these qualities.
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Root name
The root form of Thaddaeus is
Thaddaeus — meaning Brave, courageous | Formal: Valiant, audacious.
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Modern usage
Thaddaeus remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Thaddaeus?
2005
peak year
The name Thaddaeus reached its peak in 2005, with 29 registrations (ranked #3444). It had been quietly building for over half a century before that, first appearing in records in 1924. Since the peak, the name has eased to well outside the top 1,000 (around #5445) today, averaging about 18 new babies per year. Thaddaeus's usage has held roughly steady recently. Across all years on record, approximately 1,035 American babies have carried this name.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
29
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #3,444)
(ranked #3,444)
18
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
180
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
1,035
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Thaddaeus2
Life path number
The Peacemaker
Diplomacy, harmony and deep empathy.
🕊️Peacemaker
💖Empathetic
🎵Artistic
🤝Team player
T2
H8
A1
D4
D4
A1
E5
U3
S1
Sum: 29 → Life path 2
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Personality of Thaddaeus🕊️
Peaceful
They bring calm to every room.
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Deeply loving
Their love runs deep and steady.
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Intuitive
They read people with extraordinary accuracy.
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Artistic soul
Beauty speaks to them powerfully.
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