Arrow vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,674
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ari, Ro

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arrow Rank #1,674
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1674 for Arrow.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arrow ___

  • Arrow James
  • Arrow Cole
  • Arrow Reed
  • Arrow Finn
  • Arrow Blake
  • Arrow Dean

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 Arrow

Archer Hunter Scout Wren Sage

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arrow or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arrow at #1674 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Theodore mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arrow and Theodore boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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