Serena vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Serena

Girl #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"tranquil, serene, clear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
938
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Seri, Rena, Ser

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Serena Rank #332
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #332 for Serena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Serena ___

  • Serena Rose
  • Serena Grace
  • Serena Joy
  • Serena Marie
  • Serena Elise

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 Serena

Venus Valentina Sebastian Julian Elena

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serena or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Serena at #332 in the United States.

What do Serena and Theodore mean?

Serena means "tranquil, serene, clear" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Serena and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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