Tedros

TEH-drows

Amharic form of Theodore

"gift of God"

Tedros Origin and Meaning

The name Tedros is a boy's name meaning "gift of God".

A form of the classic Theodore, most often used in Eritrea and Ethiopia. Tewodros is an alternative spelling.

Notable bearers include director-general of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and comedian and actor, Tedros "Teddy" Teclebrhan.

The name has also been featured on characters in the book series The School for Good and Evil and the TV series, The Idol.