Joao vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joao

Boy #1,404 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew Yohanan

Cultural Roots

Brazilian Portuguese Cape Verdean Angolan

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,404
Total SSA Count
133
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jão, João Pedro

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Joao Rank #1,404
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1404 for Joao.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Joao ___

  • Joao Pedro
  • Joao Paulo
  • Joao Miguel
  • Joao Carlos
  • Joao Henrique
  • Joao Felipe

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 Joao

Ana Maria Luisa Pedro Mateus

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joao or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Joao at #1404 in the United States.

What do Joao and Theodore mean?

Joao means "God is gracious" (Hebrew Yohanan origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Joao and Theodore boy or girl names?

Joao is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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