Martha vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Martha

Girl #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mistress, lady of the house"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#667
Total SSA Count
431
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mart, Marty, Mattie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Martha Rank #667
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #667 for Martha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Martha ___

  • Martha Jane
  • Martha Elizabeth
  • Martha Ann
  • Martha Grace
  • Martha Louise
  • Martha Claire

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 Martha

Ruth Helen Dorothy Henry George

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Martha or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Martha at #667 in the United States.

What do Martha and Theodore mean?

Martha means "mistress, lady of the house" (Aramaic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Martha and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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