Leah vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leah

Girl #53 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"weary, delicate, languid"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#53
Total SSA Count
3,969
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee, Lea

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Leah Rank #53
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #53 for Leah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leah ___

  • Leah Grace
  • Leah Anne
  • Leah Marie
  • Leah Rose
  • Leah Jane
  • Leah Joy

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 Leah

Rachel Jacob Hannah Eli Miriam

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leah or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leah at #53 in the United States.

What do Leah and Theodore mean?

Leah means "weary, delicate, languid" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leah and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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