Brett vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brett

Boy #1,061 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a Breton, person from Brittany"

Origin: Celtic/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,061
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bre, Bry, Brie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brett Rank #1,061
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1061 for Brett.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brett ___

  • Brett James
  • Brett Allen
  • Brett Lee
  • Brett Michael
  • Brett Thomas
  • Brett Andrew

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 Brett

Chad Craig Troy Heath Brent

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brett or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Brett at #1061 in the United States.

What do Brett and Theodore mean?

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

Are Brett and Theodore boy or girl names?

Brett is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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