Essa vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Essa

Boy #3,161 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew/Aramaic

Cultural Roots

Muslim Arabic South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,161
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Es, Ess

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Essa Rank #3,161
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3161 for Essa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Essa ___

  • Essa Muhammad
  • Essa Ali
  • Essa Hassan
  • Essa Ibrahim
  • Essa Yusuf
  • Essa Kareem

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 Essa

Isa Ibrahim Maryam Fatima Yusuf

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Essa or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Essa at #3161 in the United States.

What do Essa and Theodore mean?

Essa means "God is salvation" (Hebrew/Aramaic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Essa and Theodore boy or girl names?

Essa is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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