Lena vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lena

Girl #263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek via Helena

Cultural Roots

Greek German Russian Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#263
Total SSA Count
1,211
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lena Rank #263
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #263 for Lena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lena ___

  • Lena Rose
  • Lena Grace
  • Lena Marie
  • Lena Claire
  • Lena Jo
  • Lena Pearl

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 Lena

Otto Stefan Nina Petra Lars

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lena or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lena at #263 in the United States.

What do Lena and Theodore mean?

Lena means "bright, shining light" (Greek via Helena origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lena and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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