Arya vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arya

Girl #162 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Aryan, noble people"

Origin: Indo-Iranian

Cultural Roots

Indian Persian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
1,863
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ari

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arya Rank #162
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #162 for Arya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arya ___

  • Arya Rose
  • Arya Grace
  • Arya Marie
  • Arya Jane
  • Arya Elizabeth
  • Arya Jade

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arya or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arya at #162 in the United States.

What do Arya and Theodore mean?

Arya means "Aryan, noble people" (Indo-Iranian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arya and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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