Dakota vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dakota

Girl #273 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"friendly one, ally"

Origin: Sioux/Lakota language

Cultural Roots

American Native American (Sioux)

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,155
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dak, Kota

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dakota Rank #273
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #273 for Dakota.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dakota ___

  • Dakota Rose
  • Dakota Grace
  • Dakota Mae
  • Dakota Lynn
  • Dakota Jade
  • Dakota Rae

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 Dakota

Cheyenne Sienna Savannah River Colt

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dakota or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dakota at #273 in the United States.

What do Dakota and Theodore mean?

Dakota means "friendly one, ally" (Sioux/Lakota language origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dakota and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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