Emmaus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emmaus

Boy #5,757 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"hot springs, warm wells"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Christian Biblical English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,757
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Em, Maus

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emmaus Rank #5,757
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5757 for Emmaus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emmaus ___

  • Emmaus James
  • Emmaus John
  • Emmaus Luke
  • Emmaus Paul
  • Emmaus David
  • Emmaus Thomas

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 Emmaus

Ezra Elias Miriam Naomi Tobias

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmaus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emmaus at #5757 in the United States.

What do Emmaus and Theodore mean?

Emmaus means "hot springs, warm wells" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emmaus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Emmaus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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