Dora vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dora

Girl #2,603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Eastern European Hungarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,603
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dor, Dorie, Dodo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dora Rank #2,603
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2603 for Dora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dora ___

  • Dora Rose
  • Dora Jane
  • Dora Mae
  • Dora Grace
  • Dora Louise
  • Dora 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 Dora

Cora Nora Flora Mabel Ada

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dora or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dora at #2603 in the United States.

What do Dora and Theodore mean?

Dora means "gift" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dora and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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