Alexandra vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexandra

Girl #221 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Russian Spanish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,387
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Alex, Lexi, Alexa

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alexandra Rank #221
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #221 for Alexandra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexandra ___

  • Alexandra Rose
  • Alexandra Grace
  • Alexandra Jane
  • Alexandra Marie
  • Alexandra Kate
  • Alexandra 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 Alexandra

Nicholas Sebastian Isabella Anastasia Victoria

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandra or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alexandra at #221 in the United States.

What do Alexandra and Theodore mean?

Alexandra means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Alexandra and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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