Amos vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amos

Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#699
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Amos Rank #699
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #699 for Amos.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amos ___

  • Amos James
  • Amos Lee
  • Amos John
  • Amos David
  • Amos Cole
  • Amos Ray

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 Amos

Elijah Ezra Naomi Ruth Silas

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amos or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Amos and Theodore mean?

Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Amos and Theodore boy or girl names?

Amos is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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