Theodore vs Willa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willa

Girl #423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
729
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Willi

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Willa Rank #423

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #423 for Willa.

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

Willa ___

  • Willa Grace
  • Willa Rose
  • Willa Jane
  • Willa Mae
  • Willa Claire
  • Willa Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Willa

Hazel June Cecily Theodore Edmund

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Willa more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Willa at #423 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Willa mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Willa means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Theodore and Willa boy or girl names?

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

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