Adarius vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adarius

Boy #5,927 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"possessor of good"

Origin: Old Persian via Darius

Cultural Roots

American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,927
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ade, Dari, Dare

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Adarius Rank #5,927
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5927 for Adarius.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adarius ___

  • Adarius James
  • Adarius Michael
  • Adarius Emmanuel
  • Adarius Xavier
  • Adarius Isaiah
  • Adarius Elijah

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 Adarius

Darius Damarius Amara Zara Khalil

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adarius or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Adarius at #5927 in the United States.

What do Adarius and Theodore mean?

Adarius means "possessor of good" (Old Persian via Darius origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Adarius and Theodore boy or girl names?

Adarius is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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