Ambrose vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ambrose

Boy #744 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, divine"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Latin French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#744
Total SSA Count
345
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Brose, Rosie, Amby

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ambrose Rank #744
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #744 for Ambrose.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ambrose ___

  • Ambrose James
  • Ambrose John
  • Ambrose Henry
  • Ambrose Gray
  • Ambrose Felix
  • Ambrose Leander

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 Ambrose

Cornelius Barnaby Thaddeus Imogen Octavia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ambrose or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ambrose at #744 in the United States.

What do Ambrose and Theodore mean?

Ambrose means "immortal, divine" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ambrose and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ambrose is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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