Alok vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alok

Boy #16,664 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light, brightness, illumination"

Origin: Sanskrit aloka

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindu Nepali

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16,664
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Al

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alok Rank #16,664
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #16664 for Alok.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alok ___

  • Alok Kumar
  • Alok Raj
  • Alok Nath
  • Alok Prasad
  • Alok Dev
  • Alok Singh

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 Alok

Ananya Aryan Vikram Priya Siddharth

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alok or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alok at #16664 in the United States.

What do Alok and Theodore mean?

Alok means "light, brightness, illumination" (Sanskrit aloka origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Alok and Theodore boy or girl names?

Alok is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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