Theodore vs Virginia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Virginia

Girl #510 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, maiden"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin American Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#510
Total SSA Count
601
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ginny, Ginger, Virgie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Virginia Rank #510

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #510 for Virginia.

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

Virginia ___

  • Virginia Rose
  • Virginia Mae
  • Virginia Claire
  • Virginia Jane
  • Virginia Elizabeth
  • Virginia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Virginia

Fitzgerald Theodore Edmund Beatrice Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Virginia more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Virginia at #510 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Virginia mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Virginia means "pure, maiden" (Latin origin).

Are Theodore and Virginia boy or girl names?

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

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