Magnus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Magnus

Boy #751 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Scottish Norwegian Swedish Danish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#751
Total SSA Count
340
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mags, Maggy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Magnus Rank #751
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #751 for Magnus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Magnus ___

  • Magnus Erik
  • Magnus Karl
  • Magnus John
  • Magnus Oliver
  • Magnus Lars
  • Magnus William

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 Magnus

Astrid Sigrid Leif Freya Bjorn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Magnus at #751 in the United States.

What do Magnus and Theodore mean?

Magnus means "great" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Magnus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Magnus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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