Adler vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adler

Boy #965 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Jewish American Austrian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#965
Total SSA Count
233
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ad

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Adler Rank #965
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #965 for Adler.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adler ___

  • Adler James
  • Adler Cole
  • Adler Grey
  • Adler Flynn
  • Adler Reed
  • Adler Nash

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 Adler

Beckham Marlowe Steele Fallon Sloane

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adler or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Adler at #965 in the United States.

What do Adler and Theodore mean?

Adler means "eagle" (Old High German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Adler and Theodore boy or girl names?

Adler is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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