Blythe vs Theodora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blythe

Girl #1,864 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"free-spirited, blissful"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,864
Total SSA Count
107
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bly, Blyt, Blyty

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Popularity Comparison

Blythe Rank #1,864
Theodora Rank #812

Theodora is more popular, ranked #812 vs #1864 for Blythe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Blythe ___

  • Blythe Rose
  • Blythe Anne
  • Blythe Marie
  • Blythe Jane
  • Blythe Claire
  • Blythe Elise

Theodora ___

  • Theodora Rose
  • Theodora Mae
  • Theodora Jane
  • Theodora Claire
  • Theodora Louise
  • Theodora Grace

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blythe or Theodora more popular?

Theodora is more popular, ranked #812 compared to Blythe at #1864 in the United States.

What do Blythe and Theodora mean?

Blythe means "free-spirited, blissful" (Old English origin). Theodora means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Blythe and Theodora boy or girl names?

Blythe is primarily a girl name. Theodora is primarily a girl name.

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