Rose vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rose

Girl #115 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"type of red or pink flowering plant"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Italian German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#115
Total SSA Count
2,376
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rosie, Ro

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Rose Rank #115
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #115 for Rose.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rose ___

  • Rose Marie
  • Rose Eleanor
  • Rose Beatrice
  • Rose Josephine
  • Rose Amelia
  • Rose Catherine

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 Rose

Violet Lily George Henry Oliver

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rose or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rose at #115 in the United States.

What do Rose and Theodore mean?

Rose means "type of red or pink flowering plant" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rose and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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