Abe vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abe

Boy #2,424 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Jewish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,424
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

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Popularity Comparison

Abe Rank #2,424
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2424 for Abe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abe ___

  • Abe Lincoln
  • Abe James
  • Abe Robert
  • Abe Thomas
  • Abe Henry
  • Abe William

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 Abe

Sam Eli Molly Ruth Hank

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abe or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Abe at #2424 in the United States.

What do Abe and Theodore mean?

Abe means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Abe and Theodore boy or girl names?

Abe is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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