Milo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Milo

Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,988
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mi

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Popularity Comparison

Milo Rank #120
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #120 for Milo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Milo ___

  • Milo James
  • Milo Thomas
  • Milo Reid
  • Milo Fox
  • Milo Bear
  • Milo Gray

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 Milo

Arlo Finn Piper Luna Hazel

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Milo at #120 in the United States.

What do Milo and Theodore mean?

Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Milo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Milo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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