Lotus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lotus

Girl #1,662 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lotus flower"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Hindu Buddhist Egyptian Western Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,662
Total SSA Count
123
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lo, Lottie, Lou

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lotus Rank #1,662
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1662 for Lotus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lotus ___

  • Lotus Mae
  • Lotus Rose
  • Lotus Grace
  • Lotus June
  • Lotus Belle
  • Lotus Sky

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 Lotus

Sage River Jasmine Ivy Finn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lotus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lotus at #1662 in the United States.

What do Lotus and Theodore mean?

Lotus means "lotus flower" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lotus and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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