Maximilian vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximilian

Boy #587 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"the greatest"

Origin: Latin (Maximus)

Cultural Roots

German Austrian English Spanish Hungarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#587
Total SSA Count
485
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Max, Maxi, Milo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maximilian Rank #587
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #587 for Maximilian.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maximilian ___

  • Maximilian James
  • Maximilian Alexander
  • Maximilian Theodore
  • Maximilian William
  • Maximilian Charles
  • Maximilian Otto

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 Maximilian

Sebastian Wilhelmina Beatrice Leopold Isadora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maximilian or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maximilian at #587 in the United States.

What do Maximilian and Theodore mean?

Maximilian means "the greatest" (Latin (Maximus) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maximilian and Theodore boy or girl names?

Maximilian is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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