Jill vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jill

Girl #6,343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"youthful, child of the gods"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,343
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jilly, JJ

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jill Rank #6,343
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6343 for Jill.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jill ___

  • Jill Anne
  • Jill Marie
  • Jill Elizabeth
  • Jill Grace
  • Jill Rose
  • Jill Nicole

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 Jill

Jack Kate Tom Sue Bill

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jill or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jill at #6343 in the United States.

What do Jill and Theodore mean?

Jill means "youthful, child of the gods" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jill and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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