Thad

The name Thad, deriving from Thaddaeus, is thought to mean 'courageous heart' or 'heart' in Aramaic, signifying strength, bravery, and resilience.

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Thad is an abbreviation of the ancient Greek name Thaddaeus, which itself is thought to have been derived from the Aramaic name 'Thaddai'. In some historical texts, Thaddaeus is considered one of the original twelve apostles of Jesus.

  • Babies named Thad in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 9
  • Nicknames: Thaddy, Tad, Thady, Thads, Taddy.
  • Full Names: Thaddaeus, Thaddeus, Thadeus, Thadius, Thadric.
  • Famous Namesakes: Thad Cochran-Senator, Thad Luckinbill-Actor, Thad Jones-Jazz Trumpeter, Thad Allen-US Coast Guard Admiral, Thad Lewis-NFL Player.
  • Gender: Traditionally masculine with limited feminine variations
  • Numerology: In numerology, Thad resonates with the number 8, which is associated with power, ambition, and strong leadership qualities. People with this name number are driven and have a strong desire to succeed.

Though not overly common, the name Thad has maintained a steady level of popularity, especially in the United States. It sees an occasional surge whenever featured in popular culture or by famous personalities.

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