Clara vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clara

Girl #78 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous, illustrious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Spanish Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#78
Total SSA Count
3,060
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Clare, Clar

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clara Rank #78
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #78 for Clara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clara ___

  • Clara June
  • Clara Louise
  • Clara Mae
  • Clara Josephine
  • Clara Elise

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 Clara

Theodore Violet Henry Alice Felix

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clara or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clara at #78 in the United States.

What do Clara and Theodore mean?

Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Clara and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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