Ash vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ash

Boy #1,152 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ash tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,152
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
Full profile for Ash →

Popularity Comparison

Ash Rank #1,152
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1152 for Ash.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ash ___

  • Ash River
  • Ash James
  • Ash Oliver
  • Ash Everett
  • Ash Cole
  • Ash Reid

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 Ash

Fox Wren Ivy Reed Sage

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ash or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ash at #1152 in the United States.

What do Ash and Theodore mean?

Ash means "ash tree" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ash and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ash is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons

Theodore vs Ash Ash vs Kace Ash vs Booker Ash vs Devon Ash vs Kashmir
← Full profile: Ash ← Full profile: Theodore Browse all baby names