Maria vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maria

Girl #74 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"drop of the sea, star of the sea"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese German Polish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#74
Total SSA Count
3,105
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Ria, Mia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maria Rank #74
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #74 for Maria.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maria ___

  • Maria Elena
  • Maria Theresa
  • Maria Lucia
  • Maria Isabelle
  • Maria Christina
  • Maria Celeste

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 Maria

Elena Lucia Isabella Carlos Diego

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maria or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maria at #74 in the United States.

What do Maria and Theodore mean?

Maria means "drop of the sea, star of the sea" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maria and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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