Ada vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ada

Girl #193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Turkish Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#193
Total SSA Count
1,563
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ada Rank #193
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #193 for Ada.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ada ___

  • Ada Rose
  • Ada Louise
  • Ada Grace
  • Ada Jane
  • Ada Pearl
  • Ada Claire

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ada

Iris Violet Hazel Felix Oscar

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ada or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ada at #193 in the United States.

What do Ada and Theodore mean?

Ada means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ada and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ada is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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