Theodore

Theodore is a Greek boy's name. A Greek name meaning "gift of God". Combines religious significance with vintage charm and friendly nickname options.

How popular is Theodore in the United States?

In 2024, 12,011 boys in the United States were named Theodore, making it the 4th most popular boy's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 126th a decade earlier.

2024 is its busiest year on record.

Records for Theodore go back to 1880, and 304,723 babies have been given the name since.

What Theodore means and where it comes from

A Greek name meaning "gift of God". Combines religious significance with vintage charm and friendly nickname options. Its distinguished history balances with the adorable nickname "Teddy".

Theodore is of Greek origin, described as classic in style.

Is Theodore a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Theodore went to 13 girls and 12,011 boys — over 99% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Shorter names that share the opening of Theodore

Each of these is a name in its own right in the 2024 US data, given to at least 100 babies that year.

Sibling name ideas for Theodore

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Theodore mean?

A Greek name meaning "gift of God". Combines religious significance with vintage charm and friendly nickname options.

Where does the name Theodore come from?

Theodore is of Greek origin, and is usually described as classic in style.

How popular is Theodore in the United States?

In 2024, 12,011 boys in the United States were named Theodore, making it the 4th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Theodore a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Theodore went to 13 girls and 12,011 boys — over 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

What are the short forms of Theodore?

Theo is a shorter name in current US use that share the opening of Theodore.

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