Boy · #4,172 in 2026

Theodoro

The Principality of Theodoro, also known as Gothia (Γοτθία) or the Principality of Theodoro-Mangup, was a Greek principality in the southern part of Crimea, specifically on the foothills of the Crimean Mountains.

Current Rank
#4,172
Peak Rank
#3,021 (2024)
Total Babies
317
5-Yr Trend
+88%
1929
First Year
2026
Last Year
2024
Peak Year
#3021
Peak Rank
317
Total Count
35
Years Active

Meaning & Origin of Theodoro

What this name means, where it came from, and how it has traveled across cultures.

The Principality of Theodoro, also known as Gothia (Γοτθία) or the Principality of Theodoro-Mangup, was a Greek principality in the southern part of Crimea, specifically on the foothills of the Crimean Mountains.

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Origin & history
In the late 12th century, the Crimean peninsula had seceded from the Byzantine Empire , but soon after the Sack of Constantinople in 1204, parts of it were included in the Trapezuntine Gazarian Perateia . This dependence was never very strong and was eventually replaced by the invading Mongols , who in 1238 poured into the peninsula, occupied its east and enforced a tribute on the western half, including Gothia. Their influence was limited, leaving administrative matters in native hands. The Principality of Gothia is first mentioned in the early 14th century, with the earliest date offered by

The Story of Theodoro

Theodoro first appeared in U.S. Social Security Administration records as a baby boy name in 1929, with 5 babies given the name that year. Its peak popularity came in 2024, when 26 Theodoros were born — ranking #4,055 that year. As of 2026, Theodoro ranks #4,172 for baby boys with 26 births, rising sharply (+88% over the past five years). In total, more than 317 Theodoros have been born in the U.S. since records began in 1880, spanning the 1920s through the 2020s.

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Names that sound like Theodoro

Phonetically similar names — useful when Theodoro is the vibe but a different syllable count or letter feel might suit better. Linked entries have a profile on Peek a Name.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Theodoro

What does the name Theodoro mean?
The Principality of Theodoro, also known as Gothia (Γοτθία) or the Principality of Theodoro-Mangup, was a Greek principality in the southern part of Crimea, specifically on the foothills of the Crimean Mountains.
How popular is Theodoro in 2026?
In 2026, Theodoro ranks #4,172 among boys' names in the U.S., with 26 babies given the name that year.
When was Theodoro most popular?
Theodoro reached its peak popularity in 2024, ranking #3,021 that year with 26 babies given the name.
In which U.S. states is Theodoro most popular?
Theodoro has historically been most popular in Massachusetts, Texas, California. Rankings vary year to year, but these states show the strongest concentration of births named Theodoro.
Is Theodoro a unisex name?
In U.S. Social Security records, Theodoro is primarily a boy's name. We don't have meaningful data for it as a girl's name.
What names go well with Theodoro?
Names that share a similar style or popularity range with Theodoro include Bosie, Malone, Coleridge. These pairings are based on rank proximity and naming era in U.S. data.

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About the name Theodoro

Theodoro is a boy baby name tracked by the U.S. Social Security Administration. It first appeared in SSA records in 1929 and has accumulated 317 births in the dataset. Theodoro's peak popularity came in 2024 when it ranked #3,021. Use the chart and map above to compare Theodoro's trajectory across years and U.S. states, or browse the related names section to discover similar choices.

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Data sources

  • Birth statistics (counts, ranks, years 1880–2026) — U.S. Social Security Administration . Predictions for years not yet released by SSA are computed by Peek a Name from historical trends; we update with official data as soon as it ships.
  • Etymology, cultural origins, and related forms — Behind the Name (used under their public API terms).
  • Meaning prose and editorial summary — Wikipedia article extracts, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 .
  • Predicted nationality distribution — Nationalize.io .
  • Phonetically similar names — Datamuse .

Peek a Name aggregates and presents the above data for informational purposes. Statistical predictions and external attributions are clearly labelled where shown; we make no guarantee of accuracy beyond what each source provides.