Bradbury vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradbury

Boy #39,230 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"broad fortified settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#39,230
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brad, Brady

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bradbury Rank #39,230
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #39230 for Bradbury.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bradbury ___

  • Bradbury James
  • Bradbury Cole
  • Bradbury Ray
  • Bradbury Scott
  • Bradbury Lee

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 Bradbury

Parker Emerson Hadley Sutton

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradbury or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bradbury at #39230 in the United States.

What do Bradbury and Theodore mean?

Bradbury means "broad fortified settlement" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bradbury and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bradbury is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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