Lilo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lilo

Girl #3,828 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian German English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,828
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Li, Lo

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Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

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Popularity Comparison

Lilo Rank #3,828
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3828 for Lilo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lilo ___

  • Lilo Rose
  • Lilo Mae
  • Lilo Joy
  • Lilo Skye
  • Lilo 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 Lilo

Nani Koa Kai Malia Hana

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lilo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lilo at #3828 in the United States.

What do Lilo and Theodore mean?

Lilo means "generous one" (Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lilo and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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