Barley vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barley

Boy #24,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barley grain, of the barley field"

Origin: Old English baerlic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24,885
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bar, Bari, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Barley Rank #24,885
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #24885 for Barley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barley ___

  • Barley James
  • Barley Fox
  • Barley Reed
  • Barley Stone
  • Barley Finn
  • Barley Cole

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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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barley or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Barley at #24885 in the United States.

What do Barley and Theodore mean?

Barley means "barley grain, of the barley field" (Old English baerlic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Barley and Theodore boy or girl names?

Barley is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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