Rodrigo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rodrigo

Boy #482 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"famous ruler"

Origin: Visigothic/Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian Italian Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#482
Total SSA Count
640
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Rodi, Rodri, Rod

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Rodrigo Rank #482
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #482 for Rodrigo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rodrigo ___

  • Rodrigo Alejandro
  • Rodrigo Luis
  • Rodrigo Antonio
  • Rodrigo Miguel
  • Rodrigo Carlos
  • Rodrigo Javier

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 Rodrigo

Santiago Valentina Isabella Mateo Sebastián

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rodrigo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rodrigo at #482 in the United States.

What do Rodrigo and Theodore mean?

Rodrigo means "famous ruler" (Visigothic/Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rodrigo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Rodrigo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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