"But that ye also may know my affairs, and how I do, Tychicus, a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, shall make known to you all things."
Biblical Name · Greek Origin
Tychicus Meaning in the Bible
Tychicus
boy
Tychicus means "Fortunate; Fateful", a boy's name of Greek origin. Tychicus appears in the King James Bible, and Ephesians 6:21 is the passage most often tied to it. Tychicus — 'fortunate' — was the faithful letter-carrier who delivered God's Word across the Roman Empire. His story teaches that reliable, behind-the-scenes service is essential to the spread of the Gospel.
Is Tychicus in the Bible?
Yes — Tychicus appears in the King James Bible, including Ephesians 6:21.
Pronunciation:/TIK-ih-kus/
OriginGreek
MeaningFortunate; Fateful
What does Tychicus mean?
Tychicus is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Fortunate; Fateful". Tychicus means "fortunate" in Greek. He was one of the Apostle Paul's most trusted companions and letter-carriers — described by Paul as "a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord."
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What does Tychicus mean in the Bible?
Tychicus means "Fortunate; Fateful" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Tychicus means "fortunate" in Greek. He was one of the Apostle Paul's most trusted companions and letter-carriers — described by Paul as "a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord."
Paul entrusted Tychicus with delivering some of the New Testament's most important letters. He carried the epistles to the Ephesians and Colossians, along with the letter to Philemon — journeys of hundreds of miles through dangerous territory. Paul relied on him not just to deliver the letters but to explain their contents and encourage the churches.
In Ephesians 6:21, Paul wrote: "But that ye also may know my affairs, and how I do, Tychicus, a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, shall make known to you all things." This reveals that Tychicus served as Paul's personal representative — a man whose character and communication skills made him worthy to speak on the apostle's behalf.
Paul also considered sending Tychicus to Crete to relieve Titus, and to Ephesus to relieve Timothy — demonstrating the versatility and trustworthiness of this quiet but essential servant of the early church.
Where does Tychicus appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Tychicus is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with Ephesians 6:21. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"All my state shall Tychicus declare unto you, who is a beloved brother, and a faithful minister and fellowservant in the Lord."
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Which books of the Bible mention Tychicus?
Tychicus is mentioned across 5 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Tychicus?
Tychicus — 'fortunate' — was the faithful letter-carrier who delivered God's Word across the Roman Empire. His story teaches that reliable, behind-the-scenes service is essential to the spread of the Gospel.
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Tychicus name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Tychicus appears in the King James Bible, including Ephesians 6:21.
Tychicus means "Fortunate; Fateful." It is a Greek name. The King James Bible uses it in Ephesians 6:21, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Greek. Tychicus comes into English from Greek and carries the sense "Fortunate; Fateful." It appears in the King James Bible, including Ephesians 6:21.
Common questions about the name Tychicus
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Tychicus?
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