Blythe vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blythe

Girl #1,864 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"free-spirited, blissful"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,864
Total SSA Count
107
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bly, Blyt, Blyty

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Popularity Comparison

Blythe Rank #1,864
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1864 for Blythe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Blythe ___

  • Blythe Rose
  • Blythe Anne
  • Blythe Marie
  • Blythe Jane
  • Blythe Claire
  • Blythe Elise

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 Blythe

Rowan Wren Fern Heath Sage

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blythe or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Blythe at #1864 in the United States.

What do Blythe and Theodore mean?

Blythe means "free-spirited, blissful" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Blythe and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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