Hilary vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hilary

Girl #4,118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, merry, joyful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,118
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hil, Hill

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Popularity Comparison

Hilary Rank #4,118
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4118 for Hilary.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hilary ___

  • Hilary Anne
  • Hilary Jane
  • Hilary Clare
  • Hilary Rose
  • Hilary Grace
  • Hilary Marie

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 Hilary

Mallory Avery Ellery Bradley Courtney

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hilary or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hilary at #4118 in the United States.

What do Hilary and Theodore mean?

Hilary means "cheerful, merry, joyful" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hilary and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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