Brendan vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brendan

Boy #1,013 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, chieftain"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,013
Total SSA Count
221
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bren, Brenny

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Brendan Rank #1,013
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1013 for Brendan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brendan ___

  • Brendan James
  • Brendan Patrick
  • Brendan Michael
  • Brendan Thomas
  • Brendan John
  • Brendan Paul

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 Brendan

Siobhan Declan Caitlin Connor Fiona

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brendan or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Brendan at #1013 in the United States.

What do Brendan and Theodore mean?

Brendan means "prince, chieftain" (Celtic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Brendan and Theodore boy or girl names?

Brendan is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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