Jodi vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jodi

Girl #3,257 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"praised"

Origin: Hebrew (Yehudit)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,257
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jodi Rank #3,257
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3257 for Jodi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jodi ___

  • Jodi Ann
  • Jodi Elizabeth
  • Jodi Marie
  • Jodi Lynn
  • Jodi Catherine

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 Jodi

Brett Stacey Todd Kelly Ryan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jodi or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jodi at #3257 in the United States.

What do Jodi and Theodore mean?

Jodi means "praised" (Hebrew (Yehudit) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jodi and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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