Maximus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximus

Boy #331 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"greatest, largest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Roman American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#331
Total SSA Count
1,043
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Max, Maxi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maximus Rank #331
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #331 for Maximus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maximus ___

  • Maximus James
  • Maximus Alexander
  • Maximus Cole
  • Maximus Reid
  • Maximus Kai

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 Maximus

Augustus Aurelius Julius Octavia Lucia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maximus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maximus at #331 in the United States.

What do Maximus and Theodore mean?

Maximus means "greatest, largest" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maximus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Maximus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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