Theodore vs Tillie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tillie

Girl #1,235 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mighty in battle, strength in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,235
Total SSA Count
189
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Till, Til

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Tillie Rank #1,235

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1235 for Tillie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Tillie ___

  • Tillie Rose
  • Tillie Mae
  • Tillie Jane
  • Tillie Grace
  • Tillie Bea
  • Tillie Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Tillie

Millie Nell Dot Archie Bertie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Tillie more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tillie at #1235 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Tillie mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Tillie means "mighty in battle, strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Theodore and Tillie boy or girl names?

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

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