Mya vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mya

Girl #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#366
Total SSA Count
853
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
My, Mi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mya Rank #366
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #366 for Mya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mya ___

  • Mya Grace
  • Mya Rose
  • Mya Jade
  • Mya Belle
  • Mya Renee
  • Mya Nicole

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 Mya

Zara Kai Aria Leo Nora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mya or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Mya at #366 in the United States.

What do Mya and Theodore mean?

Mya means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Mya and Theodore boy or girl names?

Mya is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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