Baylor vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Baylor

Boy #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who bails, deliverer"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#366
Total SSA Count
903
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bay, Bay-Bay

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Baylor Rank #366
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #366 for Baylor.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Baylor ___

  • Baylor James
  • Baylor Scott
  • Baylor Lee
  • Baylor Thomas
  • Baylor Ray
  • Baylor Cole

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 Baylor

Tatum Mason Harper Chase Remi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baylor or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Baylor and Theodore mean?

Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Baylor and Theodore boy or girl names?

Baylor is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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