Judy vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Judy

Girl #1,652 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,652
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jude, Judie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Judy Rank #1,652
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1652 for Judy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Judy ___

  • Judy Ann
  • Judy Marie
  • Judy Lynn
  • Judy Rose
  • Judy Kay
  • Judy Ellen

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 Judy

Betty Barbara Robert James Dorothy

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Judy or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Judy at #1652 in the United States.

What do Judy and Theodore mean?

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

Are Judy and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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