Apolo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Apolo

Boy #4,422 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"destroyer"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,422
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Polo, Apo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Apolo Rank #4,422
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4422 for Apolo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Apolo ___

  • Apolo Cruz
  • Apolo Dante
  • Apolo Marco
  • Apolo Rafael
  • Apolo Leon
  • Apolo Alejandro

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 Apolo

Artemis Athena Zeus Hermes Daphne

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apolo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Apolo at #4422 in the United States.

What do Apolo and Theodore mean?

Apolo means "destroyer" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Apolo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Apolo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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