Cynthia vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cynthia

Girl #827 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"woman from Mount Cynthus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#827
Total SSA Count
331
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cindy, Cyndi, Cyn

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cynthia Rank #827
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #827 for Cynthia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cynthia ___

  • Cynthia Marie
  • Cynthia Ann
  • Cynthia Louise
  • Cynthia Grace
  • Cynthia Jean
  • Cynthia Elizabeth

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 Cynthia

Patricia Sandra Deborah Gregory Ronald

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cynthia or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cynthia at #827 in the United States.

What do Cynthia and Theodore mean?

Cynthia means "woman from Mount Cynthus" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cynthia and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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