Teresa vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Teresa

Girl #869 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"summer"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese English German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#869
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tere, Terry, Tess

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Teresa Rank #869
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #869 for Teresa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Teresa ___

  • Teresa Maria
  • Teresa Ann
  • Teresa Louise
  • Teresa Grace
  • Teresa Lucia
  • Teresa Isabel

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 Teresa

Maria Rosa Carmen Isabel Jose

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teresa or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Teresa at #869 in the United States.

What do Teresa and Theodore mean?

Teresa means "summer" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Teresa and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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