Theodore vs Dylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Theodore Rank #4

Dylan Rank #28

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #28 for Dylan.

Is Theodore or Dylan more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dylan at #28 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Dylan mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Theodore and Dylan boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.