Carlito vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carlito

Boy #5,638 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little free man, dear little Charles"

Origin: Spanish/Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,638
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Carl, Carli, Lito

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Carlito Rank #5,638
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5638 for Carlito.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carlito ___

  • Carlito Miguel
  • Carlito Antonio
  • Carlito Rey
  • Carlito Cruz
  • Carlito Javier
  • Carlito Eduardo

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 Carlito

Mateo Emiliano Isabella Valentina Lucia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carlito or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Carlito at #5638 in the United States.

What do Carlito and Theodore mean?

Carlito means "little free man, dear little Charles" (Spanish/Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Carlito and Theodore boy or girl names?

Carlito is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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