Emmery vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emmery

Girl #2,627 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"work power, vigor and rule"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,627
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emmery Rank #2,627
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2627 for Emmery.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emmery ___

  • Emmery Grace
  • Emmery Rose
  • Emmery Jane
  • Emmery Claire
  • Emmery Kate
  • Emmery Ann

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 Emmery

Avery Harper Sloane Emerson Quinn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmery or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emmery at #2627 in the United States.

What do Emmery and Theodore mean?

Emmery means "work power, vigor and rule" (Old Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emmery and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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