Theodore vs Joseph

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #32 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God will increase, he will add"

Origin: Hebrew Yosef from yasaf

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Theodore Rank #4

Joseph Rank #32

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #32 for Joseph.

Is Theodore or Joseph more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Joseph at #32 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Joseph mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Joseph means "God will increase, he will add" (Hebrew Yosef from yasaf origin).

Are Theodore and Joseph boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Joseph is primarily a boy name.