Annette vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Annette

Girl #1,304 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French English German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,304
Total SSA Count
176
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Annie, Ann, Nettie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Annette Rank #1,304
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1304 for Annette.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Annette ___

  • Annette Marie
  • Annette Louise
  • Annette Claire
  • Annette Renee
  • Annette Nicole
  • Annette Simone

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 Annette

Colette Suzette Henri Pierre Madeleine

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annette or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Annette at #1304 in the United States.

What do Annette and Theodore mean?

Annette means "grace, favor" (Hebrew via French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Annette and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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