Paolo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paolo

Boy #2,470 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Latin American Brazilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,470
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pao

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Paolo Rank #2,470
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2470 for Paolo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Paolo ___

  • Paolo Marco
  • Paolo Antonio
  • Paolo Giovanni
  • Paolo Luca
  • Paolo Matteo
  • Paolo Enzo

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 Paolo

Marco Luca Giulia Sofia Chiara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paolo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Paolo at #2470 in the United States.

What do Paolo and Theodore mean?

Paolo means "small, humble" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Paolo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Paolo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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