Berlin vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berlin

Girl #2,852 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"small marsh, swampy area"

Origin: Old Slavic

Cultural Roots

American German European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,852
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Beri, Lin

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Berlin Rank #2,852
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2852 for Berlin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Berlin ___

  • Berlin Rose
  • Berlin Grace
  • Berlin James
  • Berlin Rae
  • Berlin Skye
  • Berlin Wren

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 Berlin

Vienna Paris London Milan Rome

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berlin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Berlin at #2852 in the United States.

What do Berlin and Theodore mean?

Berlin means "small marsh, swampy area" (Old Slavic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Berlin and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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