Alissa vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alissa

Girl #1,558 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble kind"

Origin: Germanic (Adalheidis)

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,558
Total SSA Count
136
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ali, Lissy, Lissa

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alissa Rank #1,558
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1558 for Alissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alissa ___

  • Alissa Rose
  • Alissa Marie
  • Alissa Grace
  • Alissa Faith
  • Alissa Dawn
  • Alissa Lynn

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 Alissa

Brianna Cassandra Melissa Serena Trevor

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alissa or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alissa at #1558 in the United States.

What do Alissa and Theodore mean?

Alissa means "noble kind" (Germanic (Adalheidis) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Alissa and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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