Penelope vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Penelope

Girl #28 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"weaver, one who weaves"

Origin: Greek penelops

Cultural Roots

Greek English Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28
Total SSA Count
5,741
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Penny, Nell, Nellie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Penelope Rank #28
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #28 for Penelope.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Penelope ___

  • Penelope Rose
  • Penelope Jane
  • Penelope Claire
  • Penelope Grace
  • Penelope Anne
  • Penelope Joy

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 Penelope

Theodore Athena Jasper Phoebe Sebastien

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penelope or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Penelope at #28 in the United States.

What do Penelope and Theodore mean?

Penelope means "weaver, one who weaves" (Greek penelops origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Penelope and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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