Jessi vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jessi

Girl #3,275 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"she who looks out"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,275
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jess

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jessi Rank #3,275
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3275 for Jessi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jessi ___

  • Jessi Mae
  • Jessi Lynn
  • Jessi Rose
  • Jessi Ann
  • Jessi Claire
  • Jessi Lee

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 Jessi

Katie Lyla Benny Theo Sadie

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jessi or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jessi at #3275 in the United States.

What do Jessi and Theodore mean?

Jessi means "she who looks out" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jessi and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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