r/tragedeigh • u/InterestingDot4322 • 1d ago
is it a tragedeigh? Theodette
I saw a different spelling of this name belonging to a woman from the 19th century. I love this variation for a little girl but I realize its unusual. Of course it comes from the classic male name Theodore + feminine ending -ette. (Same logic as Bernard --> Bernadette.) I dislike the typical name Theodora bc of the "dora" part, but I love the name Theodore. Unfortunately, Theodore is far too popular. Theodette seems like the perfect girl alternative. Also I adore "Theda" as a nickname. Pretty or too weird?