Emilia vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilia

Girl #43 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Rival; to emulate; eager"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish English Swedish Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#43
Total SSA Count
4,634
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Emi, Mia, Milly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emilia Rank #43
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #43 for Emilia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emilia ___

  • Emilia Rose
  • Emilia Grace
  • Emilia Jane
  • Emilia Claire
  • Emilia Kate
  • Emilia Violet

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 Emilia

Sofia Isabella Olivia Marco Sebastian

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emilia or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emilia at #43 in the United States.

What do Emilia and Theodore mean?

Emilia means "Rival; to emulate; eager" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emilia and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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