Matai vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matai

Boy #5,507 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"chief, family title"

Origin: Samoan

Cultural Roots

Samoan Polynesian New Zealand

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,507
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mat

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Matai Rank #5,507
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5507 for Matai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Matai ___

  • Matai James
  • Matai John
  • Matai Solomon
  • Matai David
  • Matai Elias

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 Matai

Lani Tane Aroha Sione Kiri

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matai or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Matai at #5507 in the United States.

What do Matai and Theodore mean?

Matai means "chief, family title" (Samoan origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Matai and Theodore boy or girl names?

Matai is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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