Bret vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bret

Boy #4,823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a Breton, from Brittany"

Origin: Celtic/French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,823
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bret Rank #4,823
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4823 for Bret.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bret ___

  • Bret Michael
  • Bret James
  • Bret Alan
  • Bret Lee
  • Bret Thomas
  • Bret Wayne

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 Bret

Todd Kyle Chad Stacy Kimberly

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bret or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bret at #4823 in the United States.

What do Bret and Theodore mean?

Bret means "a Breton, from Brittany" (Celtic/French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bret and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bret is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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