Emerald vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emerald

Girl #707 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright green gemstone"

Origin: Old French via Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#707
Total SSA Count
396
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Emmy, Em, Rald

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emerald Rank #707
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #707 for Emerald.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emerald ___

  • Emerald Rose
  • Emerald Grace
  • Emerald Jane
  • Emerald Claire
  • Emerald Faye
  • Emerald Kate

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 Emerald

Violet Ruby Jasper Opal Garnet

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emerald or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emerald at #707 in the United States.

What do Emerald and Theodore mean?

Emerald means "bright green gemstone" (Old French via Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emerald and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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