Theodore vs Wilhelmina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelmina

Girl #1,801 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"determined protector, will to protect"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,801
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mina, Willa, Billie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Wilhelmina Rank #1,801

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1801 for Wilhelmina.

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

Wilhelmina ___

  • Wilhelmina Rose
  • Wilhelmina Grace
  • Wilhelmina Jane
  • Wilhelmina Elizabeth
  • Wilhelmina Louise
  • Wilhelmina Charlotte

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Wilhelmina

Maximilian Frederica Eugenia Leopold Augusta

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Wilhelmina more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Wilhelmina at #1801 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Wilhelmina mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Wilhelmina means "determined protector, will to protect" (Germanic origin).

Are Theodore and Wilhelmina boy or girl names?

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

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