Helen vs Maude

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Helen

Girl #424 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"torch, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English French Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
726
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nell, Nellie, Helly

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Maude

Girl #3,689 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mighty in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,689
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maudie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Helen Rank #424
Maude Rank #3,689

Helen is more popular, ranked #424 vs #3689 for Maude.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Helen ___

  • Helen Marie
  • Helen Grace
  • Helen Rose
  • Helen Louise
  • Helen Jean
  • Helen Claire

Maude ___

  • Maude Elizabeth
  • Maude Rose
  • Maude Louise
  • Maude Claire
  • Maude Anne
  • Maude Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Helen

Margaret Eleanor Arthur Charles Frances

If you choose Maude

Harriet Cecily Edmund Rupert Agnes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Helen or Maude more popular?

Helen is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Maude at #3689 in the United States.

What do Helen and Maude mean?

Helen means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin). Maude means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Helen and Maude boy or girl names?

Helen is primarily a girl name. Maude is primarily a girl name.

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