Loki vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Loki

Boy #1,771 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"trickster, shapeshifter"

Origin: Old Norse mythology

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse mythology Modern pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,771
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Loki Rank #1,771
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1771 for Loki.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Loki ___

  • Loki James
  • Loki Stone
  • Loki Fox
  • Loki River
  • Loki Finn
  • Loki Cole

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 Loki

Thor Axel Phoenix Raven Ember

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loki or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Loki at #1771 in the United States.

What do Loki and Theodore mean?

Loki means "trickster, shapeshifter" (Old Norse mythology origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Loki and Theodore boy or girl names?

Loki is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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