Lora vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lora

Girl #3,520 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree, symbol of victory"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,520
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lori, Lo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lora Rank #3,520
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3520 for Lora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lora ___

  • Lora Anne
  • Lora Marie
  • Lora Jane
  • Lora Grace
  • Lora Beth
  • Lora May

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 Lora

Clara Nora Henry James Alice

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lora or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lora at #3520 in the United States.

What do Lora and Theodore mean?

Lora means "laurel tree, symbol of victory" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lora and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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