Amber vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amber

Girl #541 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ambergris, waxy substance"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#541
Total SSA Count
558
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Amb

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Popularity Comparison

Amber Rank #541
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #541 for Amber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amber ___

  • Amber Rose
  • Amber Lynn
  • Amber Marie
  • Amber Grace
  • Amber Nicole
  • Amber Lee

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 Amber

Crystal Jade Opal Chase Devon

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amber or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Amber at #541 in the United States.

What do Amber and Theodore mean?

Amber means "ambergris, waxy substance" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Amber and Theodore boy or girl names?

Amber is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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