Theodore vs Tyra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyra

Girl #4,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"thunder goddess, feminine form of Tyr"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,316
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ty

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Tyra Rank #4,316

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4316 for Tyra.

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

Tyra ___

  • Tyra Marie
  • Tyra Nicole
  • Tyra Renee
  • Tyra Jade
  • Tyra Faith
  • Tyra Simone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Tyra

Freya Sigrid Bjorn Sven Ingrid

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Tyra more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tyra at #4316 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Tyra mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Tyra means "thunder goddess, feminine form of Tyr" (Old Norse origin).

Are Theodore and Tyra boy or girl names?

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

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