Cara vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cara

Girl #1,298 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dear one, beloved"

Origin: Italian/Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,298
Total SSA Count
178
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cara Rank #1,298
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1298 for Cara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cara ___

  • Cara Rose
  • Cara Ann
  • Cara Louise
  • Cara Elizabeth
  • Cara Jane
  • Cara Mia

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 Cara

Fiona Siobhan Declan Liam Erin

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cara or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cara at #1298 in the United States.

What do Cara and Theodore mean?

Cara means "dear one, beloved" (Italian/Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cara and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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