Tadej

Tadej is a given name, primarily of Slovenian origin. It is the Slovenian form of the name Thaddeus, which has Aramaic roots, likely meaning "courageous" or "heart." The name gained significant international recognition through Tadej Pogačar, the highly successful Slovenian professional cyclist. Pogačar has achieved numerous victories in prestigious races, including multiple Tour de France titles, making the name Tadej more widely known globally. While most commonly found in Slovenia, the name is also present in other Slavic-speaking regions. The popularity of Tadej can fluctuate, but it remains a recognizable and respected name.