Brenton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brenton

Boy #1,959 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement near the sword hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,959
Total SSA Count
80
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brent, Bren

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Brenton Rank #1,959
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1959 for Brenton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brenton ___

  • Brenton James
  • Brenton Thomas
  • Brenton Michael
  • Brenton Lee
  • Brenton Scott
  • Brenton Paul

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Brenton

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brenton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Brenton at #1959 in the United States.

What do Brenton and Theodore mean?

Brenton means "settlement near the sword hill" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Brenton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Brenton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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