Alistar vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alistar

Boy #5,272 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek via Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,272
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Al, Ali, Alis

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alistar Rank #5,272
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5272 for Alistar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alistar ___

  • Alistar James
  • Alistar Hugh
  • Alistar Ross
  • Alistar Gordon
  • Alistar Stuart
  • Alistar Malcolm

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 Alistar

Hamish Fergus Isla Catriona Duncan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alistar or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alistar at #5272 in the United States.

What do Alistar and Theodore mean?

Alistar means "defender of men" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Alistar and Theodore boy or girl names?

Alistar is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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