Anna vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anna

Girl #94 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew (Hannah)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Russian Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#94
Total SSA Count
2,700
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Annie, Ann, Nan

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Anna Rank #94
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #94 for Anna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anna ___

  • Anna Grace
  • Anna Marie
  • Anna Louise
  • Anna Elizabeth
  • Anna Rose
  • Anna 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 Anna

Elsa Emma Charlotte Sophia James

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anna or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Anna at #94 in the United States.

What do Anna and Theodore mean?

Anna means "grace, favor" (Hebrew (Hannah) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Anna and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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