Cecilia vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cecilia

Girl #123 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Caecilian family (Roman gens)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#123
Total SSA Count
2,238
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cece, Celia, Ceci

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cecilia Rank #123
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #123 for Cecilia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cecilia ___

  • Cecilia Rose
  • Cecilia Jane
  • Cecilia Grace
  • Cecilia Louise
  • Cecilia Marie
  • Cecilia Faith

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 Cecilia

Sebastian Raphael Sylvia Augustine Vivienne

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecilia or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cecilia at #123 in the United States.

What do Cecilia and Theodore mean?

Cecilia means "of the Caecilian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cecilia and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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