The baby name Fyodor is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced Russian approx. /ˈfʲɵdor/; common English approximation FYO-dər (/ˈfjoʊdər/ or /ˈfjɔːdər/).
Fyodor is Russian in Origin.
The baby name Fyodor is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced Russian approx. /ˈfʲɵdor/; common English approximation FYO-dər (/ˈfjoʊdər/ or /ˈfjɔːdər/).
Fyodor is Russian in Origin.
Fyodor (Фёдор) is the Russian form of Greek Theodoros, via Old Church Slavonic Feodor, meaning “gift of God” (theos “god” + doron “gift”). The spelling with “yo” reflects the letter ё; older transliterations give Feodor or Fedor. It has long been rooted in Eastern Slavic and Orthodox Christian tradition, popularized by veneration of saints Theodore Tiron and Theodore Stratelates and borne by rulers such as Tsar Feodor I Ivanovich.
International variants include Theodore (English), Theodor (German/Scandinavian), Teodor (Polish, Czech, Balkan), Fedir (Ukrainian), Fiodar (Belarusian), and Feodor/Fedor in Russian contexts; diminutives are Fedya and Fedka. The feminine counterparts are Theodora and Russian Feodora/Fedora. In literature and culture the name is closely associated with novelist Fyodor Dostoevsky and poet Fyodor Tyutchev; modern figures include explorer Fyodor Konyukhov. Usage today feels traditional yet serious, with a timeless, devotional meaning.
| Fyodor Tyutchev Fyodor Tyutchev was a prominent Russian poet and diplomat in the 19th century, known for his reflective and philosophical poetry. He is best remembered for his works such as 'Silentium!' and 'The Last Love', which explore themes of nature, love, and existential contemplation. Tyutchev also served as a diplomat, representing the Russian Empire in various European countries. | Fyodor Bondarchuk Fyodor Bondarchuk is a well-known Russian actor and director, most famous for directing the film 'Stalingrad'. Born in 1967, he has also starred in movies like '9th Company' and 'The Inhabited Island'. |
| Name | Last Name(s) | Mother | Mother famous for | Fame Level | Father | Father famous for | Fame Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fyodor | Pavlov-Andreevich | Lyudmila Petrushevskaya | singer | ★★★★★ |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD | 0 | #34 | 1 | 434 | |
| TM | Boys | 0 | #36 | 1 | 614 |
| MD | Boys | 0 | #81 | 1 | 756 |
| LT | Boys | 0 | #149 | 3 | 2,166 |
| RU | 0 | #187 | 8 | 3,641 | |
| BG | Boys | 0 | #219 | 2 | 3,850 |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #274 | 16 | 6,578 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #331 | 1 | 9,639 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #339 | 2 | 6,459 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #355 | 154 | 12,621 |
| EG | 0 | #410 | 3 | 6,387 | |
| SD | Boys | 0 | #466 | 1 | 10,523 |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #523 | 1 | 11,913 |
| IQ | Girls | 0 | #525 | 1 | 11,303 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #554 | 8 | 10,655 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #597 | 11 | 10,983 |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #696 | 2 | 13,071 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #700 | 1 | 13,390 |
| SY | 0 | #766 | 2 | 11,684 | |
| TN | 0 | #864 | 2 | 13,765 | |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #886 | 7 | 7,044 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #921 | 5 | 15,035 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,143 | 1 | 22,615 |
| MA | 0 | #1,197 | 3 | 20,986 | |
| DZ | 0 | #1,232 | 3 | 20,130 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,253 | 2 | 19,440 | |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,272 | 1 | 25,619 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,690 | 2 | 28,008 |
Fyodor is popular in 23 countries — most recent births per country:
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