Azaad vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Azaad

Boy #5,700 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free, liberated, independent"

Origin: Old Persian

Cultural Roots

Pakistani Indian Iranian Afghan Arabic-speaking

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,700
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Azzy, Az

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Azaad Rank #5,700
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5700 for Azaad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Azaad ___

  • Azaad Ali
  • Azaad Khan
  • Azaad Hassan
  • Azaad Reza
  • Azaad Malik
  • Azaad Karim

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 Azaad

Zara Layla Hasan Idris Noor

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Azaad or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Azaad at #5700 in the United States.

What do Azaad and Theodore mean?

Azaad means "free, liberated, independent" (Old Persian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Azaad and Theodore boy or girl names?

Azaad is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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