Arlene vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlene

Girl #1,817 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish/Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,817
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arly, Arlie, Lena

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlene Rank #1,817
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1817 for Arlene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlene ___

  • Arlene Marie
  • Arlene Rose
  • Arlene Jean
  • Arlene Ann
  • Arlene Louise
  • Arlene Kay

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 Arlene

Shirley Beverly Donna Gary Dennis

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlene or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arlene at #1817 in the United States.

What do Arlene and Theodore mean?

Arlene means "pledge, oath" (Irish/Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arlene and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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