Amadeus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amadeus

Boy #1,279 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"love of God"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Italian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,279
Total SSA Count
153
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Amadé, Deo, Adi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amadeus Rank #1,279
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1279 for Amadeus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amadeus ___

  • Amadeus Wolfgang
  • Amadeus Leopold
  • Amadeus Sebastian
  • Amadeus Elias
  • Amadeus Franz
  • Amadeus Heinrich

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 Amadeus

Leopold Konstanze Cecilia Wolfgang Beatrice

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amadeus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Amadeus at #1279 in the United States.

What do Amadeus and Theodore mean?

Amadeus means "love of God" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Amadeus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Amadeus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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