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Origin: Aramaic

Meaning: Heart

Short for Thaddeus, this boy's name is of English and Aramaic origin. It's blessed with biblical origins and appears in the New Testament as the word taddai, meaning "heart." Thad carries with it a sense of warmth and love, as well as a connection to the divine. While baby will always be the apple of your eye, this name will give them the key to your heart as well. Thad also has a rich history in various cultures and languages, including Greek, Latin, and Arabic. Some say it borrows some extra heavenly love from the name Theodore, meaning "god's gift."