Michael vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Michael

Boy #18 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"who resembles God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Michael Rank #18

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #18 for Michael.

Is Michael or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Michael at #18 in the United States.

What do Michael and Theodore mean?

Michael means "who resembles God" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Michael and Theodore boy or girl names?

Michael is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.