Silas vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Silas

Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Silas Rank #81

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #81 for Silas.

Is Silas or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Silas at #81 in the United States.

What do Silas and Theodore mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Silas and Theodore boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.