Mauricio vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mauricio

Boy #632 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"dark-skinned, Moorish"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#632
Total SSA Count
442
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mauri, Mau, Ricio

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Mauricio Rank #632
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #632 for Mauricio.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mauricio ___

  • Mauricio Antonio
  • Mauricio Jose
  • Mauricio Alejandro
  • Mauricio Gabriel
  • Mauricio Rafael

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 Mauricio

Valentina Sebastian Isabella Rodrigo Camila

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mauricio or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Mauricio at #632 in the United States.

What do Mauricio and Theodore mean?

Mauricio means "dark-skinned, Moorish" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Mauricio and Theodore boy or girl names?

Mauricio is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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