Joanna vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joanna

Girl #329 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek and Latin

Cultural Roots

English Polish Spanish Greek Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#329
Total SSA Count
942
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jo, Jojo, Anna

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Joanna Rank #329
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #329 for Joanna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Joanna ___

  • Joanna Rose
  • Joanna Marie
  • Joanna Elizabeth
  • Joanna Grace
  • Joanna 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 Joanna

Hannah Eliza Thomas Daniel Ruth

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joanna or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Joanna at #329 in the United States.

What do Joanna and Theodore mean?

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

Are Joanna and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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