Aayush vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aayush

Boy #5,211 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"long life, vitality, lifespan"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Nepali Hindu South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,211
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ayu, Yush

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aayush Rank #5,211
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5211 for Aayush.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aayush ___

  • Aayush Raj
  • Aayush Kumar
  • Aayush Dev
  • Aayush Vikram
  • Aayush Arjun
  • Aayush Hari

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aayush

Anika Arya Rohan Priya Ishaan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aayush or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Aayush at #5211 in the United States.

What do Aayush and Theodore mean?

Aayush means "long life, vitality, lifespan" (Sanskrit origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Aayush and Theodore boy or girl names?

Aayush is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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