Clarissa vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clarissa

Girl #1,160 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin clarus

Cultural Roots

English Italian American Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,160
Total SSA Count
207
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Clar, Rissa, Clary

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clarissa Rank #1,160
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1160 for Clarissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarissa ___

  • Clarissa Jane
  • Clarissa Rose
  • Clarissa Anne
  • Clarissa Elizabeth
  • Clarissa Violet
  • Clarissa Mae

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 Clarissa

Araminta Cordelia Sebastian Lysander Beatrice

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarissa or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clarissa at #1160 in the United States.

What do Clarissa and Theodore mean?

Clarissa means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin clarus origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Clarissa and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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