Austen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Austen

Boy #1,986 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"majestic, venerable"

Origin: Latin Augustus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,986
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aus

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Austen Rank #1,986
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1986 for Austen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Austen ___

  • Austen James
  • Austen Clark
  • Austen Reed
  • Austen Henry
  • Austen Thomas
  • Austen Gray

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Austen and Theodore mean?

Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Austen and Theodore boy or girl names?

Austen is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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