Darice vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darice

Girl #4,273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holding firm to goodness (feminine of Darius)"

Origin: Old Persian Darayavahush

Cultural Roots

American African American Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,273
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dari, Risa, Dee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Darice Rank #4,273
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4273 for Darice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darice ___

  • Darice Nicole
  • Darice Marie
  • Darice Simone
  • Darice Elise
  • Darice Lynn
  • Darice Ann

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 Darice

Denise Candice Clarice Darius Marcus

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darice or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Darice at #4273 in the United States.

What do Darice and Theodore mean?

Darice means "holding firm to goodness (feminine of Darius)" (Old Persian Darayavahush origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Darice and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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