Oliver vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Oliver Rank #3

Theodore Rank #4

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4 for Theodore.

Is Oliver or Theodore more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Theodore at #4 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Theodore mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Oliver and Theodore boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.