Jane vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jane

Girl #269 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin and Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#269
Total SSA Count
1,180
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Janie, Janey

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jane Rank #269
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #269 for Jane.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jane ___

  • Jane Elizabeth
  • Jane Catherine
  • Jane Louise
  • Jane Marie
  • Jane Amelia
  • Jane Victoria

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 Jane

Charlotte Henry Edmund Eleanor Arthur

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jane or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jane at #269 in the United States.

What do Jane and Theodore mean?

Jane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin and Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jane and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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