Polly vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Polly

Girl #2,192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star of the sea; beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,192
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Poll, Pol

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Polly Rank #2,192
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2192 for Polly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Polly ___

  • Polly Jean
  • Polly Anne
  • Polly Mae
  • Polly Rose
  • Polly Jane
  • Polly Grace

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 Polly

Molly Nellie Teddy Archie Lily

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polly or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Polly at #2192 in the United States.

What do Polly and Theodore mean?

Polly means "star of the sea; beloved" (Hebrew via Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Polly and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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