Blair vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blair

Girl #218 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"plain, flat area, field"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#218
Total SSA Count
1,412
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Bla, Bly, Blie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Blair Rank #218
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #218 for Blair.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Blair ___

  • Blair Elizabeth
  • Blair Olivia
  • Blair Catherine
  • Blair Marie
  • Blair Rose
  • Blair Anne

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 Blair

Reid Quinn Finn Sloane Gray

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blair or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Blair at #218 in the United States.

What do Blair and Theodore mean?

Blair means "plain, flat area, field" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Blair and Theodore boy or girl names?

Blair is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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