Quick answer
Theophilus is a boy name with Latinized roots meaning "friend of god".
Pronunciation: American English /θi.ˈɑf.ɪ.ləs/; British English /θi.ˈɒf.ɪ.ləs/.
Meaning and history
Latinized form of the Greek name Θεόφιλος (Theophilos) meaning "friend of god", derived from θεός ( theos ) meaning "god" and φίλος ( philos ) meaning "friend". In the New Testament the evangelist Luke addresses his gospel and the Book of Acts to a man named Theophilus.
Notes and context
Usage: biblical, ancient greek | Ancient Greek: Θεόφιλος