Maple vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maple

Girl #1,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maple tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Canadian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,190
Total SSA Count
199
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
May, Mape

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maple Rank #1,190
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1190 for Maple.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maple ___

  • Maple Rose
  • Maple Ann
  • Maple Joy
  • Maple Grace
  • Maple Lynn
  • Maple Jean

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 Maple

Birch Sage Hazel Willow Ash

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maple or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maple at #1190 in the United States.

What do Maple and Theodore mean?

Maple means "maple tree" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maple and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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