Emilee vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilee

Girl #1,693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, industrious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,693
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy, Millie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emilee Rank #1,693
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1693 for Emilee.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emilee ___

  • Emilee Rose
  • Emilee Grace
  • Emilee Ann
  • Emilee Claire
  • Emilee Jane

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 Emilee

Olivia Charlotte Ethan Liam Sophie

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emilee or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emilee at #1693 in the United States.

What do Emilee and Theodore mean?

Emilee means "rival, industrious" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emilee and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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