Aeden vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aeden

Boy #5,449 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Celtic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,449
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aed, Eddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Aeden Rank #5,449
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5449 for Aeden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aeden ___

  • Aeden James
  • Aeden Patrick
  • Aeden Michael
  • Aeden Connor
  • Aeden Sean
  • Aeden Thomas

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 Aeden

Declan Finn Liam Siobhan Niamh

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aeden or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Aeden at #5449 in the United States.

What do Aeden and Theodore mean?

Aeden means "little fire" (Old Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Aeden and Theodore boy or girl names?

Aeden is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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