Arleen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arleen

Girl #4,811 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, oath (possible Celtic origin)"

Origin: Celtic 'Arlen'

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,811
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arli, Arlee, Leen

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Arleen Rank #4,811
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4811 for Arleen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arleen ___

  • Arleen Marie
  • Arleen Grace
  • Arleen Louise
  • Arleen Ann
  • Arleen Kay
  • Arleen May

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 Arleen

Shirley Marlene Lorraine Gerald Donald

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arleen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arleen at #4811 in the United States.

What do Arleen and Theodore mean?

Arleen means "pledge, oath (possible Celtic origin)" (Celtic 'Arlen' origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arleen and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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