Lucia vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucia

Girl #98 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"light, illumination"

Origin: Latin (Lucius/Lux)

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#98
Total SSA Count
2,658
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lucy, Luci, Cia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lucia Rank #98
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #98 for Lucia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lucia ___

  • Lucia Rose
  • Lucia Grace
  • Lucia Elena
  • Lucia Isabella
  • Lucia Marie
  • Lucia Sofia

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 Lucia

Isabella Sofia Valentina Marco Matteo

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucia or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lucia at #98 in the United States.

What do Lucia and Theodore mean?

Lucia means "light, illumination" (Latin (Lucius/Lux) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lucia and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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