Shasta vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shasta

Girl #10,336 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"three-peaked mountain"

Origin: Shasta (Indigenous)

Cultural Roots

American Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,336
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
2
Nicknames
Shay, Shas

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shasta Rank #10,336
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #10336 for Shasta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Shasta ___

  • Shasta Lynn
  • Shasta Marie
  • Shasta Dawn
  • Shasta River
  • Shasta Sky

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 Shasta

Sierra Dakota Sequoia Cascade Willow

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shasta or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Shasta at #10336 in the United States.

What do Shasta and Theodore mean?

Shasta means "three-peaked mountain" (Shasta (Indigenous) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Shasta and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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