Elise vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elise

Girl #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,266
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eli, Lis

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Elise Rank #252
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #252 for Elise.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elise ___

  • Elise Marie
  • Elise Rose
  • Elise Claire
  • Elise Sophie
  • Elise Grace
  • Elise Renee

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 Elise

Claire Sophie Amelie Jules Henri

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elise or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Elise at #252 in the United States.

What do Elise and Theodore mean?

Elise means "God is my oath" (Hebrew via French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Elise and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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