Lola vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lola

Girl #272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sorrows"

Origin: Spanish, from Dolores

Cultural Roots

Spanish English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lola Rank #272
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #272 for Lola.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lola ___

  • Lola Rose
  • Lola Grace
  • Lola Mae
  • Lola Jean
  • Lola Belle
  • Lola Darlene

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 Lola

Stella Iris Cleo Nico Otis

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lola or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lola at #272 in the United States.

What do Lola and Theodore mean?

Lola means "sorrows" (Spanish, from Dolores origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lola and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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