Giacomo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Giacomo

Boy #3,275 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Venetian Sicilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,275
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Giaco, Momo, Jack

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Giacomo Rank #3,275
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3275 for Giacomo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Giacomo ___

  • Giacomo Lorenzo
  • Giacomo Antonio
  • Giacomo Marco
  • Giacomo Luca
  • Giacomo Emilio
  • Giacomo Pietro

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 Giacomo

Leonardo Giulia Marco Eleonora Matteo

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Giacomo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Giacomo at #3275 in the United States.

What do Giacomo and Theodore mean?

Giacomo means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Giacomo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Giacomo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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