Maximo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximo

Boy #594 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the greatest, superlative"

Origin: Latin (Maximus)

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Latin American Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#594
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Max, Maxi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maximo Rank #594
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #594 for Maximo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maximo ___

  • Maximo Antonio
  • Maximo Rafael
  • Maximo Lorenzo
  • Maximo Carlos
  • Maximo Alejandro
  • Maximo Cruz

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 Maximo

Sergio Pablo Valentina Isabella Lorenzo

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maximo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maximo at #594 in the United States.

What do Maximo and Theodore mean?

Maximo means "the greatest, superlative" (Latin (Maximus) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maximo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Maximo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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