Let's break it down:
* Theobroma comes from the Greek words "theos" (god) and "broma" (food), meaning "food of the gods". This refers to the ancient Mesoamerican cultures who revered cacao for its value as a beverage and a sacred offering.
* Cacao is derived from the Nahuatl word "xocoatl," which was the name for the Aztec drink made from cacao beans.
So, "Theobroma cacao" translates literally to "food of the gods, cacao."