Bray vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bray

Boy #2,828 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, marshland"

Origin: Old French/English

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,828
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bray Rank #2,828
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2828 for Bray.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bray ___

  • Bray James
  • Bray Thomas
  • Bray Lee
  • Bray Alexander
  • Bray Elliott
  • Bray Owen

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 Bray

Grey Finn Quinn Blake Sloane

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bray at #2828 in the United States.

What do Bray and Theodore mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bray and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bray is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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