Allen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#574
Total SSA Count
497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Al

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Popularity Comparison

Allen Rank #574
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #574 for Allen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Allen ___

  • Allen James
  • Allen Michael
  • Allen Robert
  • Allen Thomas
  • Allen Lee
  • Allen Wayne

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 Allen

Brian Kevin Karen Susan David

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Allen and Theodore mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Allen and Theodore boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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