Greta vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Greta

Girl #856 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Germanic, from Greek margarites

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Swedish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#856
Total SSA Count
314
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Grete, Greti

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Greta Rank #856
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #856 for Greta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Greta ___

  • Greta Rose
  • Greta Louise
  • Greta Marie
  • Greta Elizabeth
  • Greta Jane
  • Greta 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 Greta

Ingrid Astrid Klaus Henrik Matilda

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greta or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Greta at #856 in the United States.

What do Greta and Theodore mean?

Greta means "pearl" (Germanic, from Greek margarites origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Greta and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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