Christopher vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Christopher

Boy #61 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"one who carries Christ in heart"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

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Christopher Rank #61

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #61 for Christopher.

Is Christopher or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Christopher at #61 in the United States.

What do Christopher and Theodore mean?

Christopher means "one who carries Christ in heart" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Christopher and Theodore boy or girl names?

Christopher is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.