Lily vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lily

Girl #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
6,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

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Popularity Comparison

Lily Rank #24
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #24 for Lily.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lily ___

  • Lily Grace
  • Lily Anne
  • Lily Rose
  • Lily Jane
  • Lily Mae
  • Lily Kate

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 Lily

Oliver Violet Jack Iris Jasper

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lily or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lily at #24 in the United States.

What do Lily and Theodore mean?

Lily means "lily flower, purity" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lily and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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