Abdul vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abdul

Boy #1,818 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"worshipper, devotee"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Islamic South Asian African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,818
Total SSA Count
89
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Abdi, Ab

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Abdul Rank #1,818
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1818 for Abdul.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abdul ___

  • Abdul Rahman
  • Abdul Kareem
  • Abdul Malik
  • Abdul Rahim
  • Abdul Aziz
  • Abdul Jabbar

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 Abdul

Ahmad Ibrahim Fatima Aisha Omar

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abdul or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Abdul at #1818 in the United States.

What do Abdul and Theodore mean?

Abdul means "worshipper, devotee" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Abdul and Theodore boy or girl names?

Abdul is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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