Azar vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Azar Rank #4,358
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4358 for Azar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Azar ___

  • Azar Reza
  • Azar Ali
  • Azar Cyrus
  • Azar Darius
  • Azar James

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 Azar

Cyrus Darius Shirin Nadia Rostam

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Azar or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Azar at #4358 in the United States.

What do Azar and Theodore mean?

Azar means "fire" (Persian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Azar and Theodore boy or girl names?

Azar is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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