Barry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barry

Boy #1,421 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired, blonde head"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,421
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bar

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Barry Rank #1,421
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1421 for Barry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barry ___

  • Barry James
  • Barry John
  • Barry Michael
  • Barry Thomas
  • Barry Patrick
  • Barry Allen

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 Barry

Gary Larry Terry Carol Sharon

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Barry at #1421 in the United States.

What do Barry and Theodore mean?

Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Barry and Theodore boy or girl names?

Barry is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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