Adonis vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adonis

Boy #206 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lord, master"

Origin: Phoenician

Cultural Roots

American Greek Lebanese Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#206
Total SSA Count
1,713
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Doni, Adi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Adonis Rank #206
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #206 for Adonis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adonis ___

  • Adonis James
  • Adonis Lee
  • Adonis Xavier
  • Adonis Michael
  • Adonis Ray
  • Adonis Marco

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 Adonis

Apollo Orion Cassandra Athena Darius

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adonis or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Adonis at #206 in the United States.

What do Adonis and Theodore mean?

Adonis means "lord, master" (Phoenician origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Adonis and Theodore boy or girl names?

Adonis is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons