Ariz vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ariz

Boy #6,501 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave, courageous"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Persian Arabic South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,501
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Riz

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ariz Rank #6,501
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6501 for Ariz.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ariz ___

  • Ariz Hassan
  • Ariz Ali
  • Ariz Raza
  • Ariz Khan
  • Ariz Ahmad

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 Ariz

Aziz Fariz Arish Nadia Zara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ariz or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ariz at #6501 in the United States.

What do Ariz and Theodore mean?

Ariz means "brave, courageous" (Persian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ariz and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ariz is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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