Avi vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Avi Rank #846
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #846 for Avi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avi ___

  • Avi James
  • Avi Cohen
  • Avi David
  • Avi Michael
  • Avi Noah
  • Avi Samuel

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 Avi

Eli Levi Maya Noa Yael

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avi or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Avi and Theodore mean?

Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Avi and Theodore boy or girl names?

Avi is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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