Andrea vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andrea

Girl #185 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, brave, manly"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#185
Total SSA Count
1,624
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Andie, Andi, Drea

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Andrea Rank #185
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #185 for Andrea.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Andrea ___

  • Andrea Marie
  • Andrea Lynn
  • Andrea Grace
  • Andrea Nicole
  • Andrea Rose
  • Andrea Ann

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 Andrea

Marco Gianna Luca Bianca Matteo

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrea or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Andrea at #185 in the United States.

What do Andrea and Theodore mean?

Andrea means "strong, brave, manly" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Andrea and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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