Ajax vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ajax

Boy #3,759 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the earth"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,759
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jax

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ajax Rank #3,759
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3759 for Ajax.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ajax ___

  • Ajax Alexander
  • Ajax Orion
  • Ajax Leonidas
  • Ajax Caius
  • Ajax Marcus
  • Ajax 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 Ajax

Achilles Hector Odysseus Cassandra Penelope

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ajax or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ajax at #3759 in the United States.

What do Ajax and Theodore mean?

Ajax means "of the earth" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ajax and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ajax is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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