Arshad vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arshad

Boy #6,369 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"most pious, most rightly guided"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim South Asian Pakistani

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,369
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arsh

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arshad Rank #6,369
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6369 for Arshad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arshad ___

  • Arshad Ali
  • Arshad Hassan
  • Arshad Omar
  • Arshad Zain
  • Arshad Bilal
  • Arshad Tariq

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arshad or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arshad at #6369 in the United States.

What do Arshad and Theodore mean?

Arshad means "most pious, most rightly guided" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arshad and Theodore boy or girl names?

Arshad is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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