Arris vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arris

Boy #5,002 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"best, excellent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,002
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ari

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Popularity Comparison

Arris Rank #5,002
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5002 for Arris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arris ___

  • Arris James
  • Arris Cole
  • Arris Lane
  • Arris Finn
  • Arris Blake
  • Arris Grant

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 Arris

Orion Atlas Clio Thea Zara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arris or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arris at #5002 in the United States.

What do Arris and Theodore mean?

Arris means "best, excellent" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arris and Theodore boy or girl names?

Arris is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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