Alexi vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexi

Boy #4,826 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian Eastern European Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,826
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Alex, Lex, Al

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alexi Rank #4,826
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4826 for Alexi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexi ___

  • Alexi James
  • Alexi Reed
  • Alexi Cole
  • Alexi Stone
  • Alexi Cruz
  • Alexi Dane

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 Alexi

Nico Demi Zara Sasha Mia

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 Alexi or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alexi at #4826 in the United States.

What do Alexi and Theodore mean?

Alexi means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Alexi and Theodore boy or girl names?

Alexi is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons