Fedir

Fedir is a masculine given name of Ukrainian origin. It is the Ukrainian form of the given name Theodore, which comes from the Greek name Theodoros and means “gift of God.”

The name Fedir is part of a family of Slavic and Ukrainian forms that trace back to Theodoros, with related variants such as Feodor, Fyodor, and Fedor found in other languages. In Ukrainian usage, Fedir operates as a formal given name and can appear in religious, historical, and literary contexts.

In terms of usage, Fedir has been commonly used in Ukraine and among Ukrainian communities abroad. It features in historical records and in period writing, reflecting long-standing cultural and religious connections. Diminutives and affectionate forms in Ukrainian include Fedirko and Fed’ko, which are often used in family or close relationships.

Notable individuals named Fedir have contributed to Ukrainian public life in various fields, including arts, science, and politics. While the name is well established within Ukrainian culture, it is less common outside Ukrainian-speaking communities today.

See also: Theodore; Feodor; Fyodor; Fedor.