Briggs vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Briggs

Boy #327 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the bridges"

Origin: Old English / Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#327
Total SSA Count
1,057
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brigg

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Popularity Comparison

Briggs Rank #327
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #327 for Briggs.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Briggs ___

  • Briggs James
  • Briggs Allen
  • Briggs Thomas
  • Briggs Lee
  • Briggs Alexander

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 Briggs

Brooks Hayes Reid Collins Greer

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Briggs or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Briggs at #327 in the United States.

What do Briggs and Theodore mean?

Briggs means "from the bridges" (Old English / Old Norse origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Briggs and Theodore boy or girl names?

Briggs is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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