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Theodor vs Jan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jan

Boy #2,213 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (via Latin Johannes)

Cultural Roots

Dutch Polish Czech Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,213
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theodor Rank #2,097
Jan Rank #2,213

Theodor is more popular, ranked #2097 vs #2213 for Jan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodor or Jan more popular?

Theodor is more popular, ranked #2097 compared to Jan at #2213 in the United States.

What do Theodor and Jan mean?

Theodor means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Jan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (via Latin Johannes) origin).

Are Theodor and Jan boy or girl names?

Theodor is primarily a boy name. Jan is primarily a boy name.

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