Athanasius vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Athanasius

Boy #4,292 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, undying"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Christian Eastern European Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,292
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Athan, Thane, Nasty (historical Greek slang)

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Athanasius Rank #4,292
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4292 for Athanasius.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Athanasius ___

  • Athanasius James
  • Athanasius Michael
  • Athanasius John
  • Athanasius Paul
  • Athanasius Luke
  • Athanasius George

Theodore ___

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athanasius or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Athanasius at #4292 in the United States.

What do Athanasius and Theodore mean?

Athanasius means "immortal, undying" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Athanasius and Theodore boy or girl names?

Athanasius is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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