Eduardo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eduardo

Boy #375 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#375
Total SSA Count
866
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Eddie, Ed, Lalo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Eduardo Rank #375
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #375 for Eduardo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eduardo ___

  • Eduardo Miguel
  • Eduardo Alejandro
  • Eduardo Jose
  • Eduardo Luis
  • Eduardo Antonio
  • Eduardo Carlos

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 Eduardo

Sofia Isabella Diego Lucia Valentina

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eduardo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eduardo at #375 in the United States.

What do Eduardo and Theodore mean?

Eduardo means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eduardo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eduardo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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