Adama vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adama

Boy #5,378 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"earth, man of the earth"

Origin: Hebrew adamah

Cultural Roots

West African Jewish Israeli Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,378
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Adam, Ada, Dama

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Adama Rank #5,378
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5378 for Adama.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adama ___

  • Adama Joseph
  • Adama Emmanuel
  • Adama Solomon
  • Adama James
  • Adama Marcus
  • Adama David

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 Adama

Ibrahim Kofi Yusuf Fatima Amara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adama or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Adama at #5378 in the United States.

What do Adama and Theodore mean?

Adama means "earth, man of the earth" (Hebrew adamah origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Adama and Theodore boy or girl names?

Adama is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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