Genevieve vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genevieve

Girl #165 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"tribe woman; woman of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

French English American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#165
Total SSA Count
1,835
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Genny, Gen, Viv

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Genevieve Rank #165
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #165 for Genevieve.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Genevieve ___

  • Genevieve Rose
  • Genevieve Claire
  • Genevieve Louise
  • Genevieve Marie
  • Genevieve Anne
  • Genevieve Grace

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 Genevieve

Sebastian Vivienne Theodore Isabelle Raphael

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genevieve or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Genevieve at #165 in the United States.

What do Genevieve and Theodore mean?

Genevieve means "tribe woman; woman of the people" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Genevieve and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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