Johanna vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Johanna

Girl #848 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#848
Total SSA Count
318
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jo, Hanna, Anna

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Johanna Rank #848
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #848 for Johanna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Johanna ___

  • Johanna Marie
  • Johanna Rose
  • Johanna Elizabeth
  • Johanna Claire
  • Johanna Grace
  • Johanna Louise

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 Johanna

Elise Mathilde Friedrich Anneliese Lotte

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johanna or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Johanna at #848 in the United States.

What do Johanna and Theodore mean?

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

Are Johanna and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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