Manny vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Manny

Boy #2,719 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is with us"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American English Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,719
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Man, May, Maie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Manny Rank #2,719
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2719 for Manny.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Manny ___

  • Manny James
  • Manny David
  • Manny Ray
  • Manny Cruz
  • Manny Lee
  • Manny Paul

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 Manny

Lola Marco Nadia Tony Rosa

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manny or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Manny at #2719 in the United States.

What do Manny and Theodore mean?

Manny means "God is with us" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Manny and Theodore boy or girl names?

Manny is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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