Rico vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rico

Boy #1,698 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian American Latino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,698
Total SSA Count
98
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Rico Rank #1,698
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1698 for Rico.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rico ___

  • Rico James
  • Rico Santos
  • Rico Alejandro
  • Rico Cruz
  • Rico Mateo

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 Rico

Nico Marco Sofia Valentina Diego

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rico or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rico at #1698 in the United States.

What do Rico and Theodore mean?

Rico means "powerful ruler" (Germanic via Spanish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rico and Theodore boy or girl names?

Rico is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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