Giannis vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Giannis

Boy #1,479 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (via Greek Ioannis)

Cultural Roots

Greek Italian Cypriot Mediterranean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,479
Total SSA Count
122
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gian, Yanni

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Giannis Rank #1,479
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1479 for Giannis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Giannis ___

  • Giannis Alexandros
  • Giannis Konstantinos
  • Giannis Nikos
  • Giannis Petros
  • Giannis Michael
  • Giannis Dimitri

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 Giannis

Theo Nikos Katerina Eleni Kostas

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Giannis or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Giannis at #1479 in the United States.

What do Giannis and Theodore mean?

Giannis means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (via Greek Ioannis) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Giannis and Theodore boy or girl names?

Giannis is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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