Boden vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boden

Boy #818 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who brings news"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#818
Total SSA Count
305
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bo

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Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

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Popularity Comparison

Boden Rank #818
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #818 for Boden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Boden ___

  • Boden James
  • Boden Lee
  • Boden Cole
  • Boden Gray
  • Boden Reid
  • Boden Scott

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 Boden

Hadley Grayson Avery Peyton Kinsley

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boden or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Boden at #818 in the United States.

What do Boden and Theodore mean?

Boden means "one who brings news" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Boden and Theodore boy or girl names?

Boden is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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