Jimena vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jimena

Girl #536 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"heard, obedient"

Origin: Basque/Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Basque

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#536
Total SSA Count
563
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jime, Mena

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jimena Rank #536
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #536 for Jimena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jimena ___

  • Jimena Rose
  • Jimena Isabel
  • Jimena Lucia
  • Jimena Sofia
  • Jimena Elena
  • Jimena Grace

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 Jimena

Diego Mateo Lucia Isabella Rafael

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jimena or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jimena at #536 in the United States.

What do Jimena and Theodore mean?

Jimena means "heard, obedient" (Basque/Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jimena and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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