Olivia vs Theodora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodora

Girl #812 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Byzantine Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#812
Total SSA Count
343
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Teddy, Thea, Dora

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Theodora Rank #812

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #812 for Theodora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Theodora ___

  • Theodora Rose
  • Theodora Mae
  • Theodora Jane
  • Theodora Claire
  • Theodora Louise
  • Theodora Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Theodora

Sebastian Eleanor Maximilian Josephine Cornelius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Theodora more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Theodora at #812 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Theodora mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Theodora means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Theodora boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Theodora is primarily a girl name.

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