Theofilus

Theofilus is a Dutch form of the Greek name Theophilos, composed of the elements theos, meaning god, and philos, meaning friend or loving, giving the overall sense of one who loves God or is loved by God. The name was borne by an early Christian figure addressed in the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, lending it strong biblical associations. Related forms include Theophilus in English and Latin, Théophile in French, and Teofilo in Italian and Spanish.