Lucio vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucio

Boy #1,344 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"light"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,344
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Luc, Lucky, Lou

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lucio Rank #1,344
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1344 for Lucio.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lucio ___

  • Lucio Antonio
  • Lucio Alejandro
  • Lucio Marco
  • Lucio Felix
  • Lucio Romano
  • Lucio Carlo

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 Lucio

Marco Valentina Sofia Mateo Isabella

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucio or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lucio at #1344 in the United States.

What do Lucio and Theodore mean?

Lucio means "light" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lucio and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lucio is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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