Maureen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maureen

Girl #4,928 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little Mary"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,928
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Reenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Maureen Rank #4,928
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4928 for Maureen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maureen ___

  • Maureen Rose
  • Maureen Anne
  • Maureen Frances
  • Maureen Patricia
  • Maureen Brigid
  • Maureen Catherine

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 Maureen

Colleen Siobhan Brendan Declan Aoife

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maureen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maureen at #4928 in the United States.

What do Maureen and Theodore mean?

Maureen means "little Mary" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maureen and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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