Artis vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Artis

Boy #5,036 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear man, noble bear"

Origin: Celtic (Artos)

Cultural Roots

American African-American Lithuanian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,036
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Art

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Artis Rank #5,036
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5036 for Artis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Artis ___

  • Artis James
  • Artis Lee
  • Artis Ray
  • Artis Wayne
  • Artis Dean
  • Artis Cole

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 Artis

Otis Curtis Doris Arlene Morris

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Artis or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Artis at #5036 in the United States.

What do Artis and Theodore mean?

Artis means "bear man, noble bear" (Celtic (Artos) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Artis and Theodore boy or girl names?

Artis is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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