Bryce vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bry, Brie, Brykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bryce Rank #297
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #297 for Bryce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bryce ___

  • Bryce James
  • Bryce Lee
  • Bryce Cole
  • Bryce Alexander
  • Bryce Thomas
  • Bryce Owen

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 Bryce

Chase Blake Colt Knox Reeve

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bryce or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Bryce and Theodore mean?

Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bryce and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bryce is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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