Anne vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anne

Girl #650 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#650
Total SSA Count
450
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Annie, Ann

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Anne Rank #650
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #650 for Anne.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anne ___

  • Anne Marie
  • Anne Elizabeth
  • Anne Louise
  • Anne Catherine
  • Anne Margaret
  • Anne Victoria

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 Anne

Charles Henry Margaret Eleanor George

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anne or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Anne at #650 in the United States.

What do Anne and Theodore mean?

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

Are Anne and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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