Girl Name · Greek Origin
Theodora
Considering Theodora? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Gift of God", rooted in Greek naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Theodore.
Theodora meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Theodora to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Theodora as T·H·E·O·D·O·R·A, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Theodora is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Theodora variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Theodoraa, Theodorae, Theodoray, Theodor.
- Nicknames: Theo and T.
- Middle names: Pair Theodora with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Theodora middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Theodore, Teodora, Theadore, Theodor, Teodoro — full picks on the sibling names for Theodora guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Theodora? Browse our names like Theodora guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Theodora
What does the name Theodora mean?
Theodora means "Gift of God" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Theodora?
Theodora originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Theodora?
Theodora has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Theodora a boy's or girl's name?
Theodora is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Theodora in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Theodora sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Theodora?
Names that share Theodora's sound and style include Theodore, Teodora, Theadore, Theodor, Teodoro.
What middle names pair well with Theodora?
Good middle-name fits for Theodora pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Theodora is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Theodora is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Theodora?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Theodora share its rhythm without rhyming — Theodore, Teodora, Theadore all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.