Nicodemus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nicodemus

Boy #3,331 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Biblical English Polish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,331
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Nick, Nico, Demi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Nicodemus Rank #3,331
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3331 for Nicodemus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Nicodemus ___

  • Nicodemus James
  • Nicodemus John
  • Nicodemus William
  • Nicodemus Thomas
  • Nicodemus Alexander
  • Nicodemus Paul

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 Nicodemus

Bartholomew Thaddeus Cornelius Sebastian Magdalene

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nicodemus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Nicodemus at #3331 in the United States.

What do Nicodemus and Theodore mean?

Nicodemus means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Nicodemus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Nicodemus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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