Hope vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hope

Girl #317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Wish fulfilled"

Cultural Roots

English American Christian Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#317
Total SSA Count
964
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hopie, Hope

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hope Rank #317
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #317 for Hope.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hope ___

  • Hope Elizabeth
  • Hope Marie
  • Hope Grace
  • Hope Elise
  • Hope Renee

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 Hope

Faith Joy Grace Charity Caleb

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hope or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hope at #317 in the United States.

What do Hope and Theodore mean?

Hope means "Wish fulfilled". Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hope and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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