Irma vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Irm

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Irma Rank #2,608
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2608 for Irma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Irma ___

  • Irma Louise
  • Irma Mae
  • Irma Jean
  • Irma Rose
  • Irma Grace
  • Irma 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 Irma

Gertrude Bertha Otto Karl Hildegard

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irma or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Irma at #2608 in the United States.

What do Irma and Theodore mean?

Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Irma and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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