Ciera vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ciera

Girl #11,217 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, black-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#11,217
Total SSA Count
10
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ci, Cici, Cee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

Similar Names

Ai Kailan Sway
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Popularity Comparison

Ciera Rank #11,217
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #11217 for Ciera.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ciera ___

  • Ciera Grace
  • Ciera Rose
  • Ciera Marie
  • Ciera Lynn
  • Ciera Nicole
  • Ciera 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 Ciera

Siobhan Aoife Niamh Finn Declan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ciera or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ciera at #11217 in the United States.

What do Ciera and Theodore mean?

Ciera means "dark, black-haired" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ciera and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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