Andre vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andre

Boy #351 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French Portuguese Brazilian African American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#351
Total SSA Count
961
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dre, Andy

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Popularity Comparison

Andre Rank #351
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #351 for Andre.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Andre ___

  • Andre James
  • Andre Louis
  • Andre Michael
  • Andre Rene
  • Andre Leon
  • Andre Pascal

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 Andre

Isabelle Monique Dominique Jean Marie

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andre or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Andre at #351 in the United States.

What do Andre and Theodore mean?

Andre means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Andre and Theodore boy or girl names?

Andre is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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