Henry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Henry Rank #6

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6 for Henry.

Is Henry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Henry at #6 in the United States.

What do Henry and Theodore mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Henry and Theodore boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.