Nicholas vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nicholas

Boy #117 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"people's champion, victorious"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

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Nicholas Rank #117

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #117 for Nicholas.

Is Nicholas or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Nicholas at #117 in the United States.

What do Nicholas and Theodore mean?

Nicholas means "people's champion, victorious" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Nicholas and Theodore boy or girl names?

Nicholas is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.