Barret vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barret

Boy #4,460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear strength"

Origin: Old English / Old German

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,460
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Barry, Bear

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Barret Rank #4,460
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4460 for Barret.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barret ___

  • Barret James
  • Barret Scott
  • Barret Cole
  • Barret Grant
  • Barret Lee
  • Barret Wayne

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 Barret

Fletcher Deacon Garrison Harlow Hadley

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barret or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Barret at #4460 in the United States.

What do Barret and Theodore mean?

Barret means "bear strength" (Old English / Old German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Barret and Theodore boy or girl names?

Barret is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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