Arie vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arie

Girl #1,670 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion, lion of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Dutch English-speaking American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,670
Total SSA Count
123
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ari

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arie Rank #1,670
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1670 for Arie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arie ___

  • Arie Rose
  • Arie Grace
  • Arie Jade
  • Arie Elise
  • Arie Mae
  • Arie Kate

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 Arie

Ariel Naomi Eliana Eli Levi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arie or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arie at #1670 in the United States.

What do Arie and Theodore mean?

Arie means "lion, lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arie and Theodore boy or girl names?

Arie is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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