Margaret vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Margaret

Girl #119 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#119
Total SSA Count
2,303
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Maggie, Meg, Peggy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Margaret Rank #119
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #119 for Margaret.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Margaret ___

  • Margaret Rose
  • Margaret Ann
  • Margaret Jane
  • Margaret Claire
  • Margaret Louise
  • Margaret Elise

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 Margaret

Eleanor Catherine Edward William Charlotte

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Margaret or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Margaret at #119 in the United States.

What do Margaret and Theodore mean?

Margaret means "pearl" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Margaret and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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