Charles vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Charles Rank #51

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #51 for Charles.

Is Charles or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Charles at #51 in the United States.

What do Charles and Theodore mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Charles and Theodore boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.