Avigdor vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avigdor

Boy #5,216 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"father of the flock, guardian of the people"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Israeli Hebrew Eastern European Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,216
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Avi, Dori, Vigdor

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Avigdor Rank #5,216
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5216 for Avigdor.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avigdor ___

  • Avigdor Moshe
  • Avigdor David
  • Avigdor Yosef
  • Avigdor Shlomo
  • Avigdor Chaim
  • Avigdor Noam

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 Avigdor

Devorah Yosef Rivka Shimon Rachel

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avigdor or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Avigdor at #5216 in the United States.

What do Avigdor and Theodore mean?

Avigdor means "father of the flock, guardian of the people" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Avigdor and Theodore boy or girl names?

Avigdor is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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