Amado vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amado

Boy #1,255 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"loved by God"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Mexican Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,255
Total SSA Count
158
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ama, Mado

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amado Rank #1,255
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1255 for Amado.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amado ___

  • Amado Jesus
  • Amado Miguel
  • Amado Antonio
  • Amado Francisco
  • Amado Rafael
  • Amado Luis

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 Amado

Rodrigo Emilia Santiago Valentina Ignacio

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amado or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Amado at #1255 in the United States.

What do Amado and Theodore mean?

Amado means "loved by God" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Amado and Theodore boy or girl names?

Amado is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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