Theodora
girl name#725 in 2025Theodora entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #500 in 1885, ranks #725 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#725
rank today
#500
peak (1885)
384
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #671 |
| 1890s | #643 |
| 1900s | #619 |
| 1910s | #605 |
| 1920s | #565 |
| 1930s | #658 |
| 1940s | #653 |
| 1950s | #965 |
| 1960s | #1345 |
| 1970s | #2086 |
| 1980s | #2377 |
| 1990s | #2755 |
| 2000s | #3386 |
| 2010s | #2144 |
| 2020s | #762 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Theodora has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 7,800 people named Theodora are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Theodora alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Theodora in 2025?
- Theodora ranks #725 among US girl names in 2025, with 384 babies given the name.
- When was the name Theodora most popular?
- Theodora peaked in 1885, reaching #500 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Theodora with classmates?
- Theodora will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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