Owen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Owen

Boy #26 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"young warrior"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Owen Rank #26

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #26 for Owen.

Is Owen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Owen at #26 in the United States.

What do Owen and Theodore mean?

Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Owen and Theodore boy or girl names?

Owen is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.