Marigold vs Theodora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marigold

Girl #693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Goldie, Merry

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Marigold Rank #693
Theodora Rank #812

Marigold is more popular, ranked #693 vs #812 for Theodora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Theodora ___

  • Theodora Rose
  • Theodora Mae
  • Theodora Jane
  • Theodora Claire
  • Theodora Louise
  • Theodora Grace

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marigold or Theodora more popular?

Marigold is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Theodora at #812 in the United States.

What do Marigold and Theodora mean?

Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin). Theodora means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Marigold and Theodora boy or girl names?

Marigold is primarily a girl name. Theodora is primarily a girl name.

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