Arcadius vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arcadius

Boy #6,228 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of Arcadia, from the pastoral paradise"

Origin: Greek/Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin Eastern European Catholic Classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,228
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Arc, Arky, Cade

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arcadius Rank #6,228
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6228 for Arcadius.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arcadius ___

  • Arcadius James
  • Arcadius William
  • Arcadius Felix
  • Arcadius Theodore
  • Arcadius Sebastian
  • Arcadius Maximilian

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Ignatius Cornelius Thaddeus Seraphina Octavia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arcadius or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arcadius at #6228 in the United States.

What do Arcadius and Theodore mean?

Arcadius means "of Arcadia, from the pastoral paradise" (Greek/Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arcadius and Theodore boy or girl names?

Arcadius is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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