Santiago vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Santiago

Boy #29 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Saint James"

Origin: Spanish Sant Iago from Latin Sanctus Iacobus

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#29
Total SSA Count
7,407
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Santi, Tiago, Diego

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Santiago Rank #29
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #29 for Santiago.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Santiago ___

  • Santiago Alejandro
  • Santiago Luis
  • Santiago Miguel
  • Santiago Antonio
  • Santiago Rafael
  • Santiago Emilio

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 Santiago

Valentina Isabella Mateo Camila Lucas

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santiago or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Santiago at #29 in the United States.

What do Santiago and Theodore mean?

Santiago means "Saint James" (Spanish Sant Iago from Latin Sanctus Iacobus origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Santiago and Theodore boy or girl names?

Santiago is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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