Ammar vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ammar

Boy #1,511 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"builder, one who populates"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Islamic South Asian North African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,511
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Amm, Mar

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ammar Rank #1,511
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1511 for Ammar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ammar ___

  • Ammar Ali
  • Ammar Hassan
  • Ammar Ibrahim
  • Ammar Khalid
  • Ammar Tariq
  • Ammar Yusuf

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 Ammar

Bilal Khalid Fatima Aisha Yusuf

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammar or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ammar at #1511 in the United States.

What do Ammar and Theodore mean?

Ammar means "builder, one who populates" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ammar and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ammar is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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